To enhance low-carbon electricity generation, Colombia can take valuable lessons from successful global examples. Increasing solar power capacity could be further inspired by regions like Nevada and California, where solar represents a significant 33% and 29% respectively of their electricity mix.
In Colombia, the electricity landscape over the past 12 months, ranging from July 2024 to June 2025, is predominantly governed by low-carbon sources, contributing to about 73% of the total electricity generation.
The varied history exemplifies the need for continuous investment and innovation in low-carbon sources to sustain and escalate Colombia's electricity landscape positively into the future. Colombia's electricity mix includes 64% Hydropower, 14% Gas and 9% Coal. Low-carbon generation peaked in 2017.
Analyzing the electricity consumption trends in Colombia suggests a mild concern regarding growth patterns. The latest data from 2025 indicates an average electricity consumption of 1673 kWh per person, a slight dip from the 2024 peak of 1705 kWh per person, a decline of 33 kWh per person.
Two years ago, Colombia''s president announced the country would stop exploring for fossil fuels. So, how is Colombia''s energy transition going? And what lessons can the rest of the world...
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In Colombia, the electricity landscape over the past 12 months, ranging from July 2024 to June 2025, is predominantly governed by low-carbon sources, contributing to about 73% of the total electricity
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Colombia has abundant untapped solar and wind resources and a strong base of clean energy potential. At the request of the Government of Colombia, the IEA has developed a roadmap
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Learn how Colombia is leading the way in renewable energy integration, overcoming challenges, and driving sustainable energy solutions for the future.
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Colombia''s pathway to a clean energy future hinges on a dramatic scale-up of renewable generation. National estimates suggest that between 2023 and 2052, installed capacity in solar and
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Demand is growing steadily and supply is gradually advancing, in a context where diversification of sources and thermal backup will be key to maintaining reliability. Colombia has high
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Colombia has invested over $9 billion in renewable energy, making it a Latin American leader in solar power and sustainable innovation. Discover how this investment boosts jobs, drives
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Create a level playing field for renewable electricity to compete with fossil fuel-based electricity and incentivize the use of renewable energy sources and clean hydrogen.
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Colombia''s Ministry of Mines and Energy has launched a COP 103.7 billion funding call to support clean energy generation, sales, and its efficient use It will cover solar PV self-generation
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Colombia Solar helps families turn sunlight into clean, affordable electricity, cutting energy bills by up to 80%. Credit: Colombia Solar / Ministry of Mines and Energy. In Colombia, a growing
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