Argentina has one of the highest wind and solar potentials around the world, yet renewable energy contributes to around 15% of total electricity generation. This is mainly due to the intermittent nature of wind and solar energy. There is also increased competition from fossil fuels like natural gas, oil, and coal, which account for 65% […]
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In 2021, Chile’s auctions achieved a record low price of $13.32/MWh for solar, among the cheapest in the world. Recently, Chile’s National Commission (CNE) published draft bidding rules for its next regulated supply auction. Officials aim to offer 1,680 GWh to be supplied for four years starting in 2027. This auction is a key mechanism
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Chile is emerging as a global green hydrogen industry, given its abundant solar and wind resources. Electrolyzers play a crucial role in the development of green hydrogen for the energy transition. Electrolyzers split water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable electricity. Chile will be able to count on its first electrolyzer factories after Corfo awarded
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Engie Chile is committed to closing its coal and diesel plants by 2025 and replacing them with renewables and battery storage. The company has stated its commercial operations at its 68 MW Tamay battery energy storage system. BESS Tamaya will store electricity generated by the 114 MW Tamaya photovoltaic plant on the same site. The
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Battery energy storage systems (BESS) play a crucial role in Chile’s energy landscape, leveraging its vast resources. The Atacama Desert has plenty of solar resources and extensive wind potential. This has positioned Chile as a leader in renewable energy adoption in South America. Most renewable energy sources are intermittent; this necessitates robust energy storage solutions
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Chile is a global leader in renewable energy with abundant solar resources from regions like the Atacama Desert. The development of solar PV and solar and storage hybrid projects in Chile plays the central role in its energy transition. Chile also has favorable policies and investment in storage solutions that propel renewable energy to a
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Engie Chile has hired Portugal’s CJR Renewables to build the 165 MW Pemuco wind farm in the Nuble region of central Chile. The CJR will oversee both civil infrastructure and electrical construction. This encompasses the building of foundations and platforms, access routes, and the laying of medium-voltage network cables. The project will involve an investment
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A Spanish solar racking solutions manufacturer, PV Hardware (PVH), will supply its trackers for a 109.76 MW solar project in Chile. The company has been selected to supply its AxoneDuo Infinity trackers for the Alcones project in Chile. The solar project also includes the development of a 33/110 kV substation and a 9 km transmission
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Exxon Mobil and SLB are ready to meet with Chilean officials to discuss potential lithium investment opportunities. This represents a strategic shift by traditional energy companies towards renewable energy resources. Lithium is a crucial mineral for electric vehicle batteries to support the global transition to sustainable energy. Exxon Mobil is considering the implementation of direct
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Codelco of Chile is planning a 25% reduction in its indirect emissions by 2030 as a component of its decarbonization strategy. Codelco is the largest copper producer, and its mining activities lead to pollution. Copper plays an essential role in solar panels, wind turbines, and energy transmission because of its conductivity and long-lasting properties. It
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