Centro ENLACE
Connecting Energy and Knowledge of Latin America and the Caribbean to drive sustainable, resilient and equitable energy solutions.
Collective impulse
Data
Generation and analysis of statistics, projections, and advanced methodologies to understand the sector's evolution.
Hub
Facilitating technical dialogue among governments, academia, multilateral organizations and the private sector.
Transition
Sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions to accelerate the energy transition.
A regional hub for knowledge and technical assistance
The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Center – ENLACE, is a regional hub driven by OLADE, the University of Chile, and a growing network of universities, research centers, and strategic partners across the region.
Our mission is to generate and transfer scientific and technical knowledge that supports decision-making in the energy sector, promoting effective solutions with a systemic vision that balances sustainability, resilience, economic efficiency, and equity.
We work to transform the energy future of Latin America and the Caribbean by connecting capabilities, data, and experiences that enhance public policies and projects that make a difference.
Strategic connection to accelerate energy transition
We accompany key actors in the energy sector with independent knowledge, expert networks and high-impact solutions.
A regional bridge
Facilitating technical dialogue among governments, academia, multilateral organizations, and the private sector.
Independent excellence
Independence and technical excellence backed by top-tier institutional support.
Expert network
A Latin American expert network combining engineering, economics, and public policies.
Sustainable solutions
Sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions to accelerate the energy transition.
Comprehensive capabilities to transform the energy sector
Energy Data and Modeling
Generation and analysis of statistics, projections, and advanced methodologies to understand the sector's evolution.
Energy Prospecting and Planning
Expansion scenarios, critical infrastructure planning, and long-term strategies.
Energy Markets, Regulation, and Policy
Comparative studies, market design, regulatory frameworks, and promotion of regional harmonization.
Regional Energy Networks and Integration
Technical, economic, and regulatory assessment of national energy grids and international interconnections in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Decarbonization, Resilience, and Energy Transition
Cost-effective strategies for the transition focusing on sustainability, resilience, and emission reduction.
Innovation and Technological Development
Advancing new technologies (storage, demand response, green hydrogen, smart grids), applied R&D, and innovation to address future energy challenges.
We work with leading institutions
We are sponsored by OLADE and the Universidad de Chile, along with a growing network of universities, research centers, and strategic partners across the region.
