IPD EnergyNet
Our thought provoking and timely analysis of the energy industry offers IPD clients a unique local perspective that enables them to better understand energy dynamics and create opportunity.
Venezuela
Caricom’s Energy Options with Venezuela
During their 44th annual meeting, Caricom member countries called for some changes in the energy arena to help alleviate high fuel prices. Venezuela appears to be an anchor in their strategy. That brings the question of sanctions, and how to work with or around them, into play. But Venezuela’s production capacity is also an issue. … [READ MORE]
Mexico
PEMEX Sustainability Report & Increased ESG Scrutiny
After a slew of serious PEMEX accidents in late February/early March, the spotlight is back on PEMEX’s ESG and overall government policy. It comes at a delicate moment as PEMEX struggles to refinance commercial bank credit lines, particularly with European banks under significant scrutiny over oil & gas lending coupled with their clients’ efforts to tangibly improve ESG results. Funding vs. ESG. Something’s got to give.… [READ MORE]
Venezuela
Venezuela Hikes Exports to U.S.; Asia Not Missing a Beat
The issuance of GL41 has market watchers wondering whether China might be impacted by a shift of Venezuelan exports to the U.S. In short, the answer is not yet. But it’s still early, and there are some other moving parts that need to settle before a reliable read is in the cards. … [READ MORE]
Mexico
Sonora Plan – Politics vs. Realities
The February 17th inauguration of the Puerto Peñasco solar plant’s first stage establishes the cornerstone of the Sonora Plan. President López Obrador (AMLO) claims the project proves Mexico is making the renewable energy generation transition. But is there any reason to believe the Sonora Plan will transform the electricity sector and galvanize the AMLO administration’s energy transition strategies? Or is this just another attempt to buy more time? … [READ MORE]
IPD News & Press
Impact of Colombia’s 2022 Elections on the Country’s Vital Extractive Sectors and Energy Transition Plans
Saturday, April 23, 2022
Colombia’s extractive sectors remain a cornerstone of the country’s economy and a vital source of government revenue. Simultaneously, energy transition commitments, including those stemming from COP 26, will demand complex policy d. . . [READ MORE]
Venezuela sanctions and climate action — a fresh approach
Friday, December 3, 2021
Almost one year since the inauguration of President Joe Biden, United States sanctions policy toward Venezuela has yet to be formally reviewed. Worse, enforcement has been almost non-existent. Venezuelan oil exports have greatly increa. . . [READ MORE]
Simplifying a Complex Regulatory and Risk Landscape
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
IPD's Managing Director, John Padilla's recent interview with Mexico Business News covers has assessment of the country's oil and gas industry in light of ongoing political challenges.
By Pedro Alcalá | Thu, 07/22/2021 - 12:44
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Covid-19 and Latin America’s Energy Sector
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Today, Tomorrow and Beyond the Crisis
Here is our contribution to the Institute of the Americas' special report on Covid-19 and its impact on the Latin American energy sector.
Where do things stand today in (your cou. . . [READ MORE]
