Enel Chile's El Manzano Solar Farm Powers Up Santiago

Jan 16, 2024 04:51 PM ET
  • Enel Green Power Chile's 99-MW El Manzano solar farm is set to revolutionize renewable energy in Chile, generating 226 GWh annually and featuring a cutting-edge battery energy storage system.

Enel Green Power Chile has received approval to begin commercial operation of its 99-MW El Manzano solar farm in the Santiago Metropolitan region of Chile. The plant, equipped with 162,000 bifacial photovoltaic panels, is expected to generate approximately 226 GWh of clean electricity annually. The project is part of Enel Chile's strategy to bring renewable energy to large consumption centers. The El Manzano project also includes the development of a 67-MW two-hour battery energy storage system (BESS), which will be completed by the first half of 2024.

Enel Green Power Chile has been given the green light to start commercial operations at its 99-MW El Manzano solar farm in Chile's Santiago Metropolitan region. The plant, which features 162,000 bifacial photovoltaic panels, is expected to produce around 226 GWh of clean electricity per year. This project is part of Enel Chile's efforts to bring renewable energy to major consumption centers. Additionally, Enel Green Power Chile is working on a 67-MW two-hour battery energy storage system (BESS) that will be co-located with the solar farm as part of the company's hybridization strategy. The BESS project is set to be completed by the first half of 2024.

What is the capacity of Enel Green Power Chile's El Manzano solar farm in Chile?

  • The El Manzano solar farm in Chile has a capacity of 99 MW.
  • The plant is equipped with 162,000 bifacial photovoltaic panels.
  • It is expected to generate approximately 226 GWh of clean electricity annually.
  • The solar farm is located in the Santiago Metropolitan region of Chile.
  • Enel Green Power Chile has received approval to begin commercial operation of the solar farm.
  • The project is part of Enel Chile's strategy to bring renewable energy to large consumption centers.
  • In addition to the solar farm, Enel Green Power Chile is developing a 67-MW two-hour battery energy storage system (BESS).
  • The BESS project will be co-located with the solar farm as part of the company's hybridization strategy.
  • The BESS project is expected to be completed by the first half of 2024.

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