Spanish company Abengoa is behind the first concentrated solar power (CSP) 24/7 in the world, already built in region II. Spanish company Abengoa is behind the first concentrated solar power (CSP) 24/7 in the world, already built in region II. Plan includes other units lift of concentrating solar thermal power (CSP), which will be the first renewable energy based energy form. $ 10,000 million, a figure that far exceeds the cost of development a central like mega Alto Maipo, or even Hidroaysén Castilla–is what in Chile plans to invest in the Spanish company Abengoa in new generating renewable energy. All over a period … Continue reading Abengoa will invest $10,000 million in Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) in Chile
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Chile wants to generate 20 percent from renewable energy: wind power, Concentrated Solar Power, PV and Geothermal Energy
Chile is one of the most lively renewable energy markets in Latin America and is a solid nation that is evolving and had ambitious targets. Enel Green Power has a portfolio of 272 megawatts of installed hydro and wind power capacity in the country and is currently completing the construction of the Diego de Almagro … Continue reading Chile wants to generate 20 percent from renewable energy: wind power, Concentrated Solar Power, PV and Geothermal Energy
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Acciona Energía will build a photovoltaic plant in Chile for E-CL
Acciona Energía will build the first phase of the 7.2 MWp (6 MW nominal) Pampa Camarones Solar Park as a turnkey project being developed by the electrical power company E-CL, a subsidiary of GDF Suez and the main power generator in northern Chile. This was revealed today in a ceremony launching the project in the … Continue reading Acciona Energía will build a photovoltaic plant in Chile for E-CL
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SunEdison, IDB, OPIC and CorpBanca Close US$ 190 Million Project Financing for one of the Largest Merchant Solar Power Plants in Latin America
The debt proceeds will be used in Chile for the construction of a 72.8 MWp (megawatt) solar power plant, to inject energy directly into the Sistema Interconectado del Norte Grande (SING), selling all its production in the spot market (merchant solar). SunEdison, a leading global solar technology manufacturer and provider of solar energy services, today … Continue reading SunEdison, IDB, OPIC and CorpBanca Close US$ 190 Million Project Financing for one of the Largest Merchant Solar Power Plants in Latin America
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Pattern Energy Acquires Controlling Interest in El Arrayán Wind Farm in Chile
Pattern Energy Group Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGI) (TSX: PEG) (“Pattern Energy”) today announced the acquisition of AEI’s 38.5% net ownership interest in the El Arrayán Wind Farm project. The project, which was completed earlier this month and is now fully operational, is located approximately 400 km north of Santiago on the coast of Chile. At 115 … Continue reading Pattern Energy Acquires Controlling Interest in El Arrayán Wind Farm in Chile
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First Solar Set to Build Largest Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant in Latin America
First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ: FSLR) today announced it has received board approval from the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government’s development finance institution, and IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, for financing to support construction of the 141MW(ac) Luz del Norte solar power plant in Chile’s Atacama Desert. The loans, which … Continue reading First Solar Set to Build Largest Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant in Latin America
Continue readingPattern Energy Reaches Full Commercial Operation of El Arrayán Wind Farm, Chile’s Largest Wind Power Project
Expanding its commercial operations into Chile, Pattern Energy Group Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGI) (TSX: PEG) (“Pattern Energy”), today announced that the 115 MW El Arrayán Wind project has completed construction and is fully operational. The El Arrayán Wind power project is the largest wind project in Chile and all of South America. Highlights • Pattern Energy’s … Continue reading Pattern Energy Reaches Full Commercial Operation of El Arrayán Wind Farm, Chile’s Largest Wind Power Project
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President Bachelet of Chile Inaugurates Latin America’s Largest Solar Power Photovoltaic Plant
The Amanecer Solar CAP plant was developed, built and interconnected by SunEdison under an energy purchase agreement with CAP Group. It has 100 MW (megawatts) of installed capacity and is located in the municipality of Copiapo, in the Atacama Desert. – The project, which was built in only six months and is interconnected to the … Continue reading President Bachelet of Chile Inaugurates Latin America’s Largest Solar Power Photovoltaic Plant
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Chile inaugurates Latin America’s largest solar energy photovoltaic plant
President Michelle Bachelet of Chile inaugurated the Amanecer Solar CAP plant in Copiapo June 6. The project was developed, built and interconnected by SunEdison under an offtake agreement with CAP Group. The Amanecer Solar CAP plant has 100 MW of total installed capacity; the amount of energy consumed each year by about 125,000 Chilean homes, … Continue reading Chile inaugurates Latin America’s largest solar energy photovoltaic plant
Continue readingEnel Green Power starts 100 MW of solar photovoltaic in Chile
Enel Green Power has begun construction on two photovoltaic plants (Lalackama and Chañares) located in northern Chile. Lalackama, with an installed capacity of 60 MW, is expected to be the Group’s largest photovoltaic plant. Once built and fully operational, the plant will be capable of generating up to 160 GWh per year, equivalent to the … Continue reading Enel Green Power starts 100 MW of solar photovoltaic in Chile
Continue readingRame hopeful of IPP status as wind power project starts early
Rame Energy is on track to become Chile’s independent power producer (IPP) following the mobilisation of its Raki/Huajache wind farm ahead of schedule. The wind farm complex, at a total capacity of 15MW, is due to become operational by the end of this year, as the company is hoping to increase its operational capacity to … Continue reading Rame hopeful of IPP status as wind power project starts early
Continue readingAbengoa obtains environmental approval for South America’s largest Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant
Construction on the Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) project is due to start in the second quarter of 2014. Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B/P SM /NASDAQ: ABGB), the international company that applies innovative technology solutions for sustainability in the energy and environment sectors, has obtained a favorable environmental rating from the authorities of the Chilean Environmental Service to … Continue reading Abengoa obtains environmental approval for South America’s largest Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant
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Esteyco works in Los Cururos wind farm (Chile) are coming to its end
Los Cururos Wind Farm (formerly Pacífico and Cebada Wind Farms), located in Ovalle, Coquimbo region, between Route 5 North and the sea, comprises 57 wind turbines V100/1.8-2.0MW of 80 m hub height, with a total installed capacity of 114 MW. Since last July 2013 ESTEYCO is working for the Danish Company Vestas, responsible of the … Continue reading Esteyco works in Los Cururos wind farm (Chile) are coming to its end
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Enel Green Power on the March in Chile
Enel Green Power is consolidating its presence in Chile, one of the most promising Latin American markets, with new plants online and others under construction, as well as supply contracts and funding agreements. With plants under construction, supply contracts and funding agreements, Enel Green Power is growing at a rapid rate in Chile, one of … Continue reading Enel Green Power on the March in Chile
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110 MW Concentrated Solar Energy Power (CSP) Plant Being Developed In Chile
Abengoa to develop South America’s largest Concentrating Solar Thermal Power (CSP) plant in Chile. The Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant, which will use molten salts tower technology, will have an advanced storage system enabling it to generate electricity for up to 17.5 hours without direct solar radiation. The Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant, which will … Continue reading 110 MW Concentrated Solar Energy Power (CSP) Plant Being Developed In Chile
Continue readingChilean Energy Ministry announced the first Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Chile and Latin-America
The Chilean Energy Ministry and CORFO announced the winner of the International contest for the first Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant on Chile and Latin-America. The Chilean Energy Ministry and CORFO announced the winner of the International contest for the first Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant on Chile and Latin-America. During the evaluation process there … Continue reading Chilean Energy Ministry announced the first Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Chile and Latin-America
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Abengoa to develop South America
The Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant, which will use molten salts tower technology, will have an advanced storage system enabling it to generate electricity for up to 17.5 hours without direct solar radiation. The
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Enel Green Power signs loan agreement with BBVA in Mexico and Chile
Enel Green Power, through its subsidiary Enel Green Power Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V., has concluded an agreement with Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria Bancomer (Mexico) for a 150 million US dollar loan to be used to partially cover its investment plan in Mexico. The 5-year loan, disbursed in 2013, has an interest rate in … Continue reading Enel Green Power signs loan agreement with BBVA in Mexico and Chile
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Enel Green Power has completed and connected to the grid its new 90 MW Valle de los Vientos wind farm in Chile
The investment has been partly covered through a loan that Enel Green Power, acting through Enel Green Power International BV, has agreed with the Danish Export Credit Agency (EKF) and Citi, the latter as sole lead arranger and agent. The loan, which totals EUR 100 million, is also aimed at the Taltal wind farm, currently … Continue reading Enel Green Power has completed and connected to the grid its new 90 MW Valle de los Vientos wind farm in Chile
Continue readingNew Valle de los Vientos wind farm enters service in Chile
Enel Green Power has completed and connected to the grid its new Valle de los Vientos wind farm, located in the II Region of Antofagasta in Chile. The new plant is comprised of 45 wind turbines (2 MW each), for a total installed capacity of 90 MW. The operating plant, owned by Parque E
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