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Sudene approves US$18.9 million loan for 181.1 MW solar projects in Northeast Brazil
April 10, 2025
Brazil’s development agency Sudene has approved an US$18.9 million loan from its Northeast Development Fund for four EDP Renováveis solar projects totaling 181.1 MW in Rio Grande do Norte. Source: Renewables Now
Government of Piauí signs MoU for large-scale solar energy project
March 27, 2025
The Government of Piauí, Brazil, has signed an MoU with Coensa Planned Constructions Ltd. and Prosolar Solar Energy Generator Ltd. to launch a large-scale solar energy project in the state. The initiative is expected to potentially attract over USD$1 billion in private investments and create thousands of direct and indirect jobs during construction, operation, and […]
CFS and Avolta Energy install 137.5 kW solar system at Costa Rica’s Labor Ministry
February 6, 2025
CFS and Avolta Energy have installed a 137.5 kW solar system for self-consumption at Costa Rica’s Ministry of Labor and Social Security in San José. The project, completed in two phases, includes 250 solar panels and 8 Fronius Symo inverters, generating 165 MWh annually. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Peru grants Vale rights for 150 MW Lupi solar plant
February 6, 2025
Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) has granted Vale permanent rights for the 150 MW Lupi Solar Power Plant in Moquegua, set to become one of the world’s highest-altitude solar farms. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Ignis to invest US$1.5 billion in Peru’s solar and wind energy expansion
February 6, 2025
Spanish company Ignis plans to invest US$1.5 billion in solar and wind projects across Peru between 2025 and 2028, adding 1,469 MW to the National Interconnected Electrical System (SEIN). The six renewable projects include four wind-solar hybrid plants and two standalone solar plants, Alba and Blanca, each 200 MW in Arequipa. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Chile reviews US$879 million in solar and battery storage projects
February 6, 2025
Six energy projects featuring solar and battery storage have been submitted to Chile’s Environmental Impact Assessment Service (SEIA). The proposals include 155.34 MW of solar capacity and over 1 GW of battery storage (BESS), with a total investment of US$879.16 million. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Enel Green Power starts operation at 611 MW solar complex
February 6, 2025
Enel Green Power has commenced full commercial operations of its 611 MW Arinos Solar Complex in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Source: Renewables Now
Suriname begins construction of three hybrid solar plants to power 25 villages
December 19, 2024
Construction of three hybrid solar power plants in Suriname is underway to supply 25 villages with electricity. The plants, located in Daume, Cajana, and Galibi, will combine solar panels, battery storage, and backup diesel generators, providing 360 kWh per cluster. This initiative is part of Phase II of the Suriname Village Solar Microgrid Project, implemented […]
Acciona and Kallpa Generación partner to develop a 225 MW PV plant
December 6, 2024
Acciona has partnered with Peruvian company Kallpa Generación to build a 225 MW photovoltaic plant in La Joya, Arequipa. Source: PV Magazine LATAM