What percentage of Colombia's energy is renewable?

In 2021, renewable energy accounted for 25% of Colombia’s total energy supply and for 29% of final consumption, substantially above the IEA average of 14% and made up 75% of electricity generation (compared to the IEA average of 30%).

How much electricity does Colombia import?

In 2020, Colombia imported 1.3 gigawatthours of electricity.43 Colombia’s and Ecuador’s electrical grids are linked by dual 230-kilovolt power lines spanning 132 miles. Colombia maintains international electricity interconnections with neighboring countries Ecuador and Venezuela.

How much money has Colombia committed to supporting different energy types?

In 2020-2021, in response to the COVID 19 pandemic, Colombia has committed at least USD 1.57 billion to supporting different energy types through new or amended policies, according to official government sources and other publicly available information. These public money commitments include:

Why is battery storage important in Colombia?

An initial auction for battery storage was successful to optimise the use of the transmission grid. Colombia has a largely decarbonised power sector thanks to the significant role of hydropower and bioenergy.

How does the IEA support Colombia's energy transition?

The IEA supports Colombia’s agenda for a just energy transition. Experience from the IEA’s Global Commission on People-Centred Transitions provides useful learnings for the government of Colombia, helping to boost local economic benefits and the transition to clean energy and new job opportunities.

Is biomass a source of electricity in Colombia?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Colombia: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.