ECLAC participated in the forum "Energy Transition - Bolivia 2050"

As part of the development of an energy transition strategy, the Ministry of Hydrocarbons and Energy convened the Bolivia 2050 Energy Transition Forum as a space for dialogue and collaboration to discuss, analyze, and systematize proposals on energy transition. Six working groups and panels were formed with the participation of actors from the public and private sectors, both national and international. The groups were divided by areas: hydrocarbons, biofuels, renewable energy, climate financing, lithium, and alternative energies. ECLAC participated in the renewable energy working group and the panel on governance and management of natural resources.

At the end of the two-day event, each working group presented its results at the plenary meeting, including conclusions, challenges, objectives, and strategies.

In its participation, ECLAC emphasized the importance of dialogue and the involvement of government actors, businesses, civil society, banks, cooperation agencies, and international experts in the processes of developing strategies and public policies. This approach ensures greater long-term legitimacy for the necessary institutional, technological, regulatory, and normative transformations and changes in the governance of the energy transition.

For his part, the Minister of Hydrocarbons and Energy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia highlighted the importance of maintaining a commitment to transforming energy systems in more sustainable and resilient ways. He also mentioned the positive benefits in terms of innovation and the creation of quality jobs.

The event took place in the city of Santa Cruz on June 27 and 28. Representatives from UNDP Bolivia, CAF, Global Compact, Confederation of Private Entrepreneurs of Bolivia (CEPB), Federation of Private Entrepreneurs of Santa Cruz, and the National Chamber of Industries, among other relevant actors, also participated in the event.