Reflections on panama city energy storage

Does Panama need a cross-border electricity market?

In the absence of a cross-border electricity market, this interconnection was modelled assuming that Panama imports energy from Colombia at the high price of USD 200 per megawatt-hour (MWh). Because imports are likely the most expensive source of electricity, they will be required only if Panama’s internal generation mix is unable to meet demand.

How can Panama adapt its energy system?

To adapt Panama’s energy system to this evolving paradigm, a comprehensive plan is needed that considers a rapid growth in demand from the electrification of transport, including from the introduction of expanded metro lines, electric passenger vehicles and electric buses.

Is Panama suitable for grid-connected wind power?

The suitability analysis for grid-connected wind power shows that Panama’s wind generation facilities correspond to the areas with higher resource (Figure 24), while the areas suitable for decentralised wind remain distant from the main transmission system but within strong resource areas (Figure 25).

Does Panama offer tax incentives for wind & solar energy?

More recently, Panama established tax incentives for wind and solar energy. Law 44 of 2011 created wind-specific auctions, as well as accelerated depreciation on wind equipment and tax exemption for up to 15 years for wind equipment producers based in Panama.