The role of energy efficiency in the transition
June 1, 2023 “The energy transition involves a profound change not only in the way energy is produced but also in how it is transported and distributed.” On Energy Efficiency Day, it is important to highlight that the energy transition is not only about changing the way we generate energy but also about how it is transported, distributed, and consumed. By ensuring efficient energy consumption,…
Charging points: the unresolved debt in electromobility for private cars
May 29, 2024 Electric car sales have increased. According to figures from the National Automotive Association of Chile (Anac), 6,904 units were registered in 2022, an increase of more than 100% compared to 2021, but they still represent a lower percentage of the entire automotive market in the country. According to the National Electromobility Strategy, from 2035 they will only sell electric vehicles. However,…
Chile is two years away from becoming a potential leader in H2 production for the world
May 23, 2023 A sustainable energy future is emerging in Antofagasta, Coquimbo, Valparaíso, Metropolitana, Biobío, and Magallanes. These regions host a portfolio of 50 publicly announced Green Hydrogen (H₂) projects at various stages of development, according to H₂ Chile, as reported by MINERÍA CHILENA. Ricardo Rodríguez, Head of Studies at H₂ Chile, explains that “most of these projects are still in the feasibility and pre-feasibility…
Snapshot: Chile’s EV charging point rules
May 22, 2023 Chile’s energy ministry has introduced secondary legislation on electric vehicle charging point interoperability and standards. The concept of interoperability is outlined in energy efficiency law No. 21,305, which entered the statute books in 2021 and, chiefly, mandates the creation of a national energy efficiency plan. The rules fall under a wider push to help ensure owners can charge their vehicles at…
Daniel Olivares, director of Centra UAI: «Mining is a necessary activity for the energy transition»
May 16, 2023 The academic and director of the Energy Transition Center (CENTRA) at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI) emphasizes that fighting climate change requires solutions that will increase the demand for minerals, particularly copper, nickel, cobalt, and lithium. “When we talk about the energy transition, we are referring to the process of gradually replacing primary energy sources, which today are mainly fossil fuels,” explains Daniel…
It costs between $45,000 and $160,000 per month to heat an average home in the central zone
May 7, 2023 Comparing Heating Systems: Costs, Efficiency, and Environmental Impact With the arrival of May, cold temperatures are becoming a constant across most of Chile, prompting many to begin their annual heating routine. As homeowners evaluate their options, costs, efficiency, and environmental impact are key considerations. To aid in decision-making, the Ministry of Energy has launched an online platform allowing users to compare different…
Discussion: Geothermal energy in Chile: What are we up to?
April 26, 2023 The Faculty of Engineering and Sciences at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI), through its Energy Transition Center (CENTRA), in collaboration with the International Council on Large Electric Systems (CIGRE) of Chile and Mexico, organized a discussion on geothermal energy in Chile. The event focused on the current state of geothermal energy, covering recent advancements, challenges, and future opportunities. The discussion emphasized the potential…
Potential of microgrids and distributed resources to support the energy transition in Chile
April 26, 2023 The Faculty of Engineering and Sciences of the UAI, through its Energy Transition Center (CENTRA) and in conjunction with the Energy Center of the University of Chile, organized this discussion on the potential of electrical microgrids and distributed energy resources to support the energy transition in Chile. The experts discussed the benefits and challenges of these technologies in the creation of…