In La Guajira, Colombia, the wind energy industry is expanding with 60 projects planned, mostly on Indigenous Wayuu land. While wind power offers a clean energy source and potential local benefits, there are concerns about the impact on Indigenous rights and the adequacy of consultation processes. The Wayuu, who have lived in the region for over a millennium, face challenges from multinational corporations that have historically failed to bring long-term development and have been accused of inadequate consultations. The article discusses the potential for wind power to provide up to 20% of Colombia's electricity needs, the risks of Indigenous displacement, and the need for fair compensation and legal assistance for the Wayuu. It also highlights the poverty and corruption in La Guajira, the importance of respecting cultural values, and the potential for community-owned wind farm models as seen in other countries.

The Hidroituango energy megaproject in Colombia, which is expected to generate 17% of the country's energy, is at the center of a scandal. Medellín's mayor, Daniel Quintero, accused the previous local administration of hiding a report that showed construction and design errors, which nearly caused a disaster in 2018. The obstructions in a tunnel threatened to overflow the dam, risking the safety of five municipalities with 100,000 inhabitants and leading to the evacuation of 9,000 people. Quintero announced a lawsuit against the construction consortium for approximately $2.6 billion. A recently revealed report indicates the emergency was due to design, supervision, and construction issues, contradicting the previous belief that it was due to unpredictability and force majeure.

A nine-year legal dispute between the Municipality of Bello and Empresas Públicas de Medellín (EPM) over a land lot for the Aguas Claras wastewater treatment plant has resulted in the Council of State ordering Bello to refund EPM $89.527 million paid for a value-added tax. The local government of Bello claims the issue was previously resolved in their favor and is seeking clarification from the high court. The dispute involves two separate legal actions, with the latest ruling from the Council of State being non-appealable. Bello's annual budget is significantly impacted by the amount to be refunded, equating to 20% of its annual budget.