Latin America is at a critical juncture in its renewable energy journey, with vast potential to harness its abundant wind resources to drive economic growth, reduce carbon emissions, and achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This policy paper “Ensuring The Social License For Wind Projects In Latin America” by GWEC is designed to guide policymakers and stakeholders across the region, offering insights and strategies rooted in local experiences and best practices to overcome the barriers currently hindering the expansion of wind energy.
Unlocking the full potential of wind energy in Latin America requires a strong foundation of social acceptance. Governments must create an enabling environment, while the industry must work collaboratively with communities to not only deliver clean energy to the region but also to ensure a just energy transition. This includes prioritizing streamlined and efficient permitting processes, ensuring equitable benefit-sharing that upholds public interest, and fostering trust through early and continuous engagement with local stakeholders. By addressing these critical areas, Latin America can accelerate its wind energy deployment, ensuring that both environmental and socioeconomic benefits are realized, and paving the way for a sustainable energy future.
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