Economy

Blackout in Bogotá generates conflicting versions between the Government and companies – Sectors – Economy

Blackout in Bogotá generates conflicting versions between the Government and companies – Sectors – Economy

The possibility that Bogotá and its surroundings face a energy rationing electric It set off alarm bells in recent days in the country's capital, after former Vice Minister Belizza Ruiz issued this warning due to the delay that mainly two transmission projects present.The president of Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB), Juan Ricardo Ortega, established that they are Norte and Sogamoso. Although they were awarded more than ten years ago, they have not been able to enter into operation due to the opposition expressed by neighboring communities to its development.(Also read: Guilds ask Petro to work on rates without affecting institutions) "These…
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Petro’s intervention in public services would affect investment in energy – Sectors – Economy

Petro’s intervention in public services would affect investment in energy – Sectors – Economy

The decision of President Gustavo Petro to assume the regulation of public services, a task of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (Creg) in the case of electricity, has left more doubts and suspicions than certainties in the sector. Juan Benavides, an associate researcher at Fedesarrollo, assured EL TIEMPO that after the rationing of 1992, the electrical system was strengthened and decisions were made without the endorsement of the Creg, in which some ministers have a voice and vote. may jeopardize necessary investments to guarantee reliability and continuity in the provision of this essential service. (Read also: The ghosts that…
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Call for entrepreneurs financed by Grupo Bolívar Davivienda – Sectors – Economy

Call for entrepreneurs financed by Grupo Bolívar Davivienda – Sectors – Economy

From January 30 to March 21, the calls to enroll in the Social Skin program are open, a recognition aimed at young entrepreneurs dedicated to finding solutions to social problems that work in Colombia, Central America and Mexico. This is organized by the Bolívar Davivienda Group. After the achievement evaluation process, the announcement of finalists, preparation and support, those who will have the best projects according to the criteria of the jury will win. Among the prizes, they will receive money to strengthen the project, from 7,000 to 12,000 dollars (between 32 and 55 million Colombian pesos) or accompany the…
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Guillermo Herrera Castaño is the new president of Camacol – Sectors – Economy

Guillermo Herrera Castaño is the new president of Camacol – Sectors – Economy

The national board of directors of the Colombian Chamber of Construction (Camacol), in its first session of 2023, announced the appointment of Guillermo Herrera Castaño as the new guild president. This decision was made after "advancing a rigorous evaluation and selection process led by an external and recognized company in talent selection."Also read: The areas that were most valued in Bogotá, Medellín and the Caribbean in 2022) Guillermo Herrera Castaño has more than 20 years of experience as manager ofpublic policy and is a recognized authority in the areas of housing, urban development and land use planning.He is a business…
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