Electrification of South America: Roadmap to Prosperity
Join us on Earth Day to discuss the Electrification of South America’s Economies Using Renewable Energy.
The Climate Institute will highlight current efforts and approaches across the region, and examine opportunities to accelerate renewable-powered electrification across key economic sectors – including transport, industry, commerce, mining, fishing, and other activities.
The event will take place both virtually and in-person during DC Climate Week on
Wednesday, April 22nd from 1-3 pm at the American Institute of Architects Global Campus.
The program will feature leading practitioners and decision-makers engaged in advancing the energy transition and electrification across South America.
Presenters
Uruguay – Arianna Spinelli, Director of Energy, Ministry of Energy
Chile – Isabella Villanueva, Director, Long-Term Energy Program, Ministry of Energy
Brazil – Karina Souza, Director, Energy Transition Department, Ministry of Energy
Argentina – Roque Pedace, Senior Researcher, University of Buenos Aires
Moderator: Walter Vergara, Vice President, Climate Institute
Panelists
Gabriela Elizondo, Latin America Energy Practice Leader, World Bank
Daniel Pérez Jaramillo, Infrastructure and Energy Sector Advisor, Inter-American Development Bank
Language:
Simultaneous interpretation will be available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
The event will be broadly disseminated throughout the region.
Getting There:
The event will take place at 1735 New York Ave. NW at 18th St. in the Events Meeting Room on the first floor.
Please note: The exterior of the AIA building is under construction. You must enter the building from the 18th Street side, just past the Octagon House.
Easy Metro access via Farragut North & West stations
Parking, transportation options, and other information are noted on the AIA Global Campus website.
Light refreshments will be available
Zoom Link if you would like to participate virtually:
Topic: Electrification of South America - DC Climate Week Time: Apr 22, 2026 1 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87658276027?pwd=1waBuS97CXbv6TJJWXm7HeSIh9M4BG.1
DC Climate Week is not responsible for this event. It is organized by the organizing group, and being listed on the DCCW calendar is not an endorsement of content or partners.