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Polaris Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:PIF, Stock Titan symbol RAMPF) is a Canadian publicly traded company active in renewable power generation across Latin America and the Caribbean. Its news flow reflects operations in geothermal, run-of-river hydroelectric, solar photovoltaic and onshore wind assets, as well as emerging battery energy storage projects.
Visitors to this news page can review company announcements covering quarterly and year-to-date financial and operating results, including consolidated energy production in megawatt-hours and revenue from energy sales. Releases discuss performance drivers such as hydrological conditions in Peru, production trends at geothermal and hydroelectric facilities in Nicaragua, Peru and Ecuador, and output at solar and wind assets like the Canoa 1 facility in the Dominican Republic, the Vista Hermosa Solar Park in Panama and the Punta Lima Wind Farm in Puerto Rico.
Polaris Renewable Energy also issues news on corporate finance and capital allocation, including the declaration of quarterly dividends, the renewal and use of its normal course issuer bid on the Toronto Stock Exchange, and the establishment of working capital and letter of credit facilities with Canadian financial institutions. Governance and leadership developments, such as the results of director elections at annual meetings and changes in named executive officer roles, are likewise communicated through press releases.
Project development updates form another important category of news. The company has reported milestones in its Battery Energy Storage System initiative in Puerto Rico, including the submission and regulatory processing of a standard offer agreement connected to the Puerto Rico Accelerated Storage Addition Program. Investors and observers can use this page to follow these operational, financial, governance and project-related updates over time.
Polaris Renewable Energy (TSX:PIF) reported its Q2 2022 results, with total revenue of $15.2 million, up from $14.2 million in Q2 2021. The company experienced a net loss of $1.5 million, compared to earnings of $0.2 million in the same quarter last year, largely due to $1.7 million in other losses. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $11.2 million. Energy production increased to 163,119 MWh, driven by operations in Nicaragua and Peru. The company is progressing on projects in the Dominican Republic and Ecuador, while maintaining a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share.
Polaris Infrastructure Inc. will change its name to Polaris Renewable Energy Inc. effective July 18, 2022, following approval from shareholders on June 23, 2022. This renaming reflects the company's operational focus and recent growth, including diversification into new Latin American markets and renewable energy sectors such as solar. The company's common shares will continue trading under the ticker PIF. The name change does not impact the company's share structure or shareholder rights.
Polaris Infrastructure has completed the acquisition of the Canoa 1 operational solar project in the Dominican Republic from Potentia Renewables for $20.3 million. The project, which has a capacity of 32 MWdc, includes a 20-year power purchase agreement with Edesur Dominicana at an estimated price of $128.10 per MWhr. The acquisition enhances Polaris's asset mix, increasing operational plants to five and diversifying into a new jurisdiction. The company aims to expand further in the renewable energy sector in the Dominican Republic.
Polaris Infrastructure Inc. (TSX:PIF) announced the successful resolution of its annual meeting held on June 23, 2022. All four management-nominated directors were elected, including Jaime Guillen, James V. Lawless, Marc Murnaghan, and Marcela Paredes de Vásquez, with voting percentages ranging from 94.69% to 99.76%. Other approved resolutions include the re-appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditors, company continuance in Ontario, and a name change.
Polaris Infrastructure Inc. (TSX:PIF) will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually on June 23, 2022. Shareholders as of May 9, 2022 have received the Management Information Circular. Subject to shareholder approval at the AGM, the company plans to change its name to Polaris Renewable Energy Inc., reflecting its growth and future vision. Polaris operates a 72 MW geothermal facility in Nicaragua, three hydroelectric facilities in Peru, and solar projects in Panama, with a total capacity of approximately 118 MW.
Polaris Infrastructure reported financial results for Q1 2022, achieving $16.1 million in revenue, up from $15.7 million in Q1 2021. The company posted a net income of $2.5 million or $0.13 per share, compared to a net loss of $0.9 million in the previous year. Energy production totaled 177,765 MWh, with contributions from geothermal and hydroelectric sources. Polaris continues its construction of a Binary power plant, with a successful debt refinancing and acquisition plans for new projects in Ecuador and the Dominican Republic.
Polaris Infrastructure Inc. (TSX:PIF) announced the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire the operational Canoa 1 solar project in the Dominican Republic for $18.4 million. The project, with a capacity of 32.0 MWdc, is already under a 20-year power purchase agreement with Edesur Dominicana. The acquisition includes assuming $35 million in project-level debt and allows for expansion of capacity. Closing is anticipated within 90 days, subject to regulatory approvals.
Polaris Infrastructure has announced two significant acquisitions: a 6.3 MW hydro project in Ecuador and two construction-ready solar projects totaling 13.4 MW in Panama. The hydro project acquisition includes a minimum 85% ownership, with a total price of $20.4 million plus $7 million in debt. Additionally, two expansion opportunities could increase the hydro project's capacity to 10 MW. The solar projects were acquired for $600,000, with a construction budget of around $10 million. Polaris aims to fund these acquisitions with cash on hand, enhancing its operational diversity.
Polaris Infrastructure reported financial results for the year ending December 31, 2021, highlighting a revenue decline to $59.5 million, down from $74.7 million in 2020, driven by lower energy sales from its San Jacinto facility. The net earnings fell to $0.5 million or $0.03 per share compared to $28.8 million or $1.84 in 2020. The company generated $41.1 million in net cash flow and maintained a cash position of $101.8 million. Polaris reaffirmed its focus on quarterly dividends, declaring $11.1 million for the year.
Polaris Infrastructure (TSX:PIF) has secured a $110 Million USD Senior Debt Facility through three Development Financial Institutions for its geothermal operations in Nicaragua. This new financing will replace existing loans and aligns with the extended Power Purchase Agreement until 2039. The debt, with a 15-year term starting in 2022, features an initial interest rate of 7.0%, reducing to 6.75% upon completing the Binary Unit, expected in Q4 2022. CEO Marc Murnaghan noted significant net cash flow improvements and enhanced flexibility for the company.