Actis has finalized the sale of Orygen, a power generation platform located in Peru, to Grupo Romero via an energy and infrastructure investment platform. Orygen is Peru’s second-biggest power generation platform, boasting 2.3 MW of installed capacity. This energy comprises 28% from wind and solar, 34% from hydropower, and 38% from thermal gas resources. Peru’s […]
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Recently, a gas pipeline in Peru ruptured and exposed a structural vulnerability in Peru’s gas-to-power value chain. The 730 km duct transports Camisea gas and natural gas liquids from the Amazon to Lima on the coast. This exposes risks tied to reliance on the transport system and fuels arguments for new pipelines and development of
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Heavy rainfall in Peru caused significant flooding when major riverbanks overflowed. Flooding poses risks to electrical infrastructure like substations and power distribution networks. Severe rainfall, landslides, and flooding can interrupt power delivery over extensive areas. Increasing water levels may impact electrical substations containing transformers, switchgear, busbars, protection relays, and control systems. This leads to short
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The global renewable energy company, Zelestra, recently reached a close for the 242 MWdc Babilonia solar PV project in Peru through a $176 million green financing package. After completion, the project will reach 700 MW of installed capacity, which positions it among the largest solar hubs in the country. The project will consist of 394,000
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The Terna Group companies recently signed an agreement with Engie Transmission Peru for the sale of the share capital of a 138 kV power line with a total of 132 km. The transmission line will connect the Aguaytia and Pucallpa substations in the Ucayali region of Peru. This development will use $15 million, with completion
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The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) implemented a set of measures to prioritize the supply of natural gas to households, public transportation, and activities in Peru. Peru’s gas infrastructure is dependent on key transmission pipelines that transport natural gas from production fields to consumption centers. The deflagration can result in localized pipeline integrity damage,
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Chile’s mining ministry is preparing two new lithium contracts for submission to the national comptroller. These projects aim to advance efforts to expand production beyond the projects. Chile has some of the largest lithium brine reserves in the Salar de Atacama and northern salt flats. Chile’s lithium policy framework emphasizes greater state participation in new
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The Chilean Renewable Energy and Storage Association (ACERA) said that Chile has consolidated a renewable electricity mix. It now faces structural constraints linked to grid bottlenecks, curtailment, and rising flexibility needs. In 2025, the National Electric System generated 87 TWh, with renewables accounting for 63.3% of total output. Other renewable energy represented 42.4% of generation,
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Chile has recently introduced a trained and open-source AI language model, representing a significant turning point in South America’s digital progress. The nation is establishing itself as a proactive creator of artificial intelligence. In Chile’s energy industry, artificial intelligence enhances computational ability, strengthens digital infrastructure, boosts renewable energy production, improves energy storage, and informs policy
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BHP and Lundin mining firms released their preliminary economic assessment for the Vicuna project in Argentina. It has the potential to produce more than 500,000 tonnes of copper per year. The project comprises the Josemaria deposit in San Juan Province and the Filo del Sol deposit in the Antofagasta Region. With projected expenditures of $18.1
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