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Brazil’s Federal District to build 10 MWp solar plant
July 9, 2025
Brazil’s Federal District State Education Secretariat has partnered with utility CEB to build a 10 MWp solar power plant, requiring an investment of US$7.3 million. Scheduled to begin construction by year-end, the plant is expected to generate 20 GWh annually—enough to power approximately 400 public schools, or 60% of the district’s total. Source: Renewables Now
M4S builds Latin America’s highest-altitude solar plant to replace diesel use
May 29, 2025
Peruvian company M4S is constructing Latin America’s highest-altitude on-grid solar plant. With a capacity of 603 kWp, the plant will help displace over 265,000 liters of diesel annually. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Colombia approves 200 MW La Orquídea solar park
April 25, 2025
Colombia’s National Environmental Licensing Authority (ANLA) has granted environmental certification for the 200 MW La Orquídea Photovoltaic Park. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Grupo Enhol to build Peru’s largest solar plant with 385 MW capacity in Arequipa
April 10, 2025
Spanish renewable energy firm Grupo Enhol is constructing the 385 MW Illa solar plant in Arequipa, Peru, The plant, upon its expected completion in 2026, will be the country’s largest solar facility. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
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 […]
Genneia launches first solar PV plant in Mendoza and expands renewable investments
March 13, 2025
Argentinian renewable energy developer Genneia has inaugurated its first solar PV plant in Mendoza, the 90MW Parque Solar Malargüe I, following a US$90 million investment. The company is also developing a new 150MW solar plant in Mendoza, bringing its total planned investment in the region to US$400 million by 2026. Source: Renewables Now
PowerChina to build 530 MW solar park in Panama
January 9, 2025
PowerChina has been awarded a contract to build a 530 MW solar park in Panama by local company Sajalices Energy Co. Located in Cermeno, Panama Oeste Province. The project will be designed, built, and commissioned by PowerChina. Source: Renewables Now
MOU signed to develop solar projects in Colombia’s Amazon
November 7, 2024
A memorandum of understanding has been signed by IDB Invest, DUE Capital and Services, BBVA, Bonus Gestión de Activos, and FDN to support the development of two solar projects in Colombia’s Amazon region. The Centenario and Matakavi solar plants, which will include battery storage, aim to provide 24/7 clean energy to local communities, reduce reliance […]
Mexico’s solar program expands access to electricity for off-grid rural families
November 7, 2024
The Autonomous Photovoltaic Systems Program in Rural Communities, led by the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (SMAyDS) and the State Institute of Energy and Climate Change (IEECC), is providing solar kits to off-grid families in Mexico. Already implemented in over 600 homes, the program will expand to 521 more homes in marginalized areas, benefiting […]