Argentina recently decided to transfer four major hydroelectric business units to domestic companies. The units have a combined capacity of 4 GW. The 4 GW capacity leads to the need for modernization, investment, and upgrades across the transmission networks. Additionally, as the country continues the integration of wind and solar, hydropower will act as the […]
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Engie Chile recently installed the initial turbines for two significant wind projects as it strives to add 471 MW of new capacity in the nation. Engie Chile is constructing the Pampa Fidelia wind energy project in Taltal, region of Antofagasta. The Pampa Fidelia initiative will deploy 51 wind turbines with a combined capacity of 306
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Chile’s state-owned mining giant, Codelco, and Kutch Copper Ltd., a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, recently signed a copper exploration agreement. The agreement focuses on the changing dynamics of mineral security, supply-chain integration, and investment flows shaping the copper industry. Chile’s copper production growth depends on discovering new deposits, extending the life of existing mines, and
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With the rise in demand for eco-friendly innovations, there is a growing need for metals like copper and lithium. Key international organizations have notably increased their copper price predictions for 2025-2026 to unprecedented highs. Cochilco, Chile’s state copper commission, released its highest average price forecasts to date. Chile’s copper output is encountering issues such as
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Chile is currently experiencing a rapid digital transformation, and data centers are the backbone of the shift. This development reveals a union of high-performance computing, energy efficiency, and resilient infrastructure designed to support modern digital economies. The growth of smart cities and expansion of AI-driven industries are driving the growth of digitalization in Chile. One
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Chile is driving the move to renewable energy in South America and beyond. It benefits from the highest percentage of green energy penetration in its electrical grid. Solar and wind power generate 39.5% of the country’s electricity. This means renewable energy outperforms thermal generation (36.8%) and hydrogen (21.3%). Chile is establishing lofty goals and achieving
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The 2 GW solar and renewable energy project in the Atacama Desert represents a crucial moment in South America’s renewable energy landscape. The project will be the largest renewable installation in the region. The increased capacity can help power homes, reduce carbon emissions, and strengthen Chile’s energy independence. The capacity in the Atacama Desert makes
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The growth of battery energy storage systems in Chile could help the country meet its 2030 target of 2GW by next year. Currently, there is over 1GW of installed BESS, with a small market with nearly 38GW of installed capacity across all technologies. This milestone is shown in the pipeline that is expected in the
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The expansion of battery energy storage systems in Chile may help the government fulfill its 2030 goal of 2GW by next year. Currently, there is more over 1GW of installed BESS, with a small market totaling about 38GW across all technologies. This milestone is highlighted in the pipeline for the short term, with more than
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Chile is currently developing its first industrial green hydrogen plant at a power generation facility within the Nehuenco thermoelectric complex. The project costs $1.6 million and operates independently from the national grid. It uses PV power to produce hydrogen for the cooling system of its generators to replace gray hydrogen derived from fossil fuels. The
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