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Did MinAmbiente violate the Escazú Agreement?

The Association of Miners and Jewelers of Vetas (Asomineros) filed a complaint against Colombia’s Environment Minister (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, with the International Committee for the Support of the Implementation and Compliance of the Escazú Agreement.

Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024
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‘New mining’ approach?

During the Mining Congress, Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Omar Andrés Camacho, presented the government’s proposal for a national agreement on ‘Mining for Life and Peace.’

Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024
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Camacho’s vision

Andrés Camacho Morales, Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), brings a unique perspective to the role.

Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024
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ECP’s profitable fracking operations

In late 2019, Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) ventured into the fracking business in the US through a partnership with Occidental Petroleum (OXY).

Thursday, August 29th, 2024
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New regulatory guidelines

The Vice Presidency of Operations, Royalties, and Participation of the ANH has released a key document on the oversight and measurement of the volume and quality of hydrocarbons produced in Colombia. Companies should have their regulatory and operations teams review the source documents. What follows is our summary of the document.

Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
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Colombia’s path to development by 2050

Colombia’s path to development by 2050

Colombia stands at a critical crossroads in its development journey. With significant challenges in the extractive sector, including a 48.93% decrease in natural gas reserves over the past 15 years, the country faces urgent decisions.

 

Monday, August 26th, 2024
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Flexible rules for natural gas commercialization

Colombia’s Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) introduced a set of new regulations designed to increase flexibility in the commercialization of natural gas.

Monday, August 26th, 2024
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USO urgent call

The USO issued an urgent call to Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) and the Colombian government to take immediate action in reactivating hydrocarbon exploration and production to boost the country’s reserves.

Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
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New alert on royalties

The distribution of wealth generated in Colombia and ensuring it reaches all regions relies heavily on the royalties’ system. This mechanism, managed by the General System of Royalties (SGR), is designed to use revenues from the efficient development of non-renewable natural resources.

Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
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Extractive sector progress gaps

After two years under President Gustavo Petro’s administration, the balance in the energy and extractive sector presents a mixed picture.

Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
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