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Future of Colombian Biofuels

In Colombia, every gallon of fuel powering vehicles contains a 10% agro-industrial contribution, ethanol derived from sugarcane or biodiesel made from raw palm oil. This mix, deeply rooted in the country’s agriculture and industry, has become a key component of Colombia’s energy landscape, helping to reduce emissions and create jobs.

Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Citi sees opportunity in Ecopetrol

Global banking giant Citi has weighed in on the recent downturn in Ecopetrol’s (NYSE: EC) share price and earnings, following the Colombian oil company’s first-quarter results, an ongoing tax dispute with the national tax authority (DIAN), and growing concerns over declining global crude prices.

Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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New Rules to support natural gas supply

The Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) published a new regulatory document that sets out complementary rules for the execution of projects included in the country’s Natural Gas Supply Plan (PAGN).

Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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MinEnergia and unions sign agreement

The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), under the leadership of Minister Edwin Palma, signed the first-ever sector-wide collective agreement with unions representing the country’s mining and energy workers.

Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Can fracking solve gas crisis?

Colombia is facing a growing natural gas crisis. For over a decade, the country’s reserves have steadily declined, and warnings about a supply deficit have intensified.

Monday, May 12th, 2025
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PDVSA plans gas exports to Colombia

Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA announced its intention to begin transporting natural gas to Colombia through the Transcaribeño Antonio Ricaurte pipeline starting December 1, 2025. However, Colombia’s government, under President Gustavo Petro, has denied any involvement in or coordination with the operation.

Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Coal workers pact

On International Workers’ Day, the Colombian government and coal sector unions took a historic step toward a Just Energy Transition by signing a symbolic pact in defense of labor rights and social equality.

Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Fossil folly or fiscal fact?

President Gustavo Petro has once again stirred controversy by declaring that planning Colombia’s economic well-being based on oil and coal would be “foolish.”

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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DIAN hits Ecopetrol

Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) is facing a staggering financial blow after the National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) formally ordered the company to pay CoP$9.4T (approximately US$2.4B) in back VAT, an amount that has been described internally and by union leaders as a potential threat to the company’s financial stability.

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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ECP to acquire Monómeros?

Colombian President Gustavo Petro reiterated his intention for Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) to acquire Monómeros Colombo Venezolanos, a Venezuelan-owned fertilizer company based in Barranquilla.

Monday, May 5th, 2025
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