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Resolution No. 40590

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Year
2019
Document Type
Policy
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Summary

It defines and implements a mechanism for promoting long-term contracts for electricity generation projects in Colombia. The key goals of this mechanism include:

- Strengthening the resilience of the electricity generation matrix to climate variability and change.

- Promoting competition and improving price formation efficiency through long-term contracts for new and existing generation projects.

- Mitigating climate change effects by harnessing renewable energy resources.

- Fostering economic development and enhancing regional energy security.

- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the electricity generation sector, in line with Colombia's COP21 commitments.

This resolution supports the development of non-conventional renewable energy sources and efficient energy use, contributing to Colombia's sustainable energy goals.

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Year
2019
Most recent update
09/07/2019
Response areas
Mitigation
Sectors
Energy
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Fossil fuel
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Legislation on Electric Power Generation Projects

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