FCPA Risks for Renewable Energy in Latin America

FCPA Risks for Renewable Energy in Latin America

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The renewable energy market in Latin America is booming, and the region’s natural resources make it one of the most attractive areas in the world for investment. However, this opportunity is not without risks. Continuing government involvement in project finance, partial government ownership of utilities, and the importance of major construction, mining, and industrial companies as institutional consumers of renewable energy all pose potential FCPA compliance problems for foreign companies looking to invest in the region. These risks have been made all the more notable by the unique conditions posed by the ongoing pandemic. 

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