South america

Zelestra Seeks Approval For 254-MW Solar Storage Hybrid In Chile

Spain’s Zelestra files environmental study for €300 million, 254 MW Rinconada Solar plus battery complex near Santiago, aiming for a 2027 ground-break.

Aug 7, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Storage, Chile, South america, solar-storage, Zelestra, environmental-impact, Latin-America

Scatec Secures $27M for 142-MW Brazilian Solar Project

Scatec ASA secures BRL 150 million for its 142-MW solar plant in Brazil, powering 145,000 homes and cutting CO₂ by 150,000 tonnes annually. Completion set for Q2 2026.

Aug 6, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Scatec, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant

Peru's Solar Goldmine: 0.08% Tapped, 937 GW Awaits

Peru's solar potential shines bright: Only 0.08% tapped, revealing vast opportunities for renewable energy growth and investment.

Jul 31, 2025 // Markets & Finance News, South america, Peru

Renova Energia Buys 149.6-MW Solar Duo From European Energy Unit

Fresh from its restructuring, Renova Energia will purchase the 149.6-MW Boa Hora 4 & 8 solar parks in Pernambuco, strengthening its clean-power pipeline in Brazil.

Jul 29, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, european energy, Renova Energia, Boa Hora project

Voltalia Boosts H1 Revenue with Strong Service Growth

Voltalia SA's first-half 2025 revenues soar to EUR 257 million, fueled by a booming services division, despite energy sales challenges. CEO Klein eyes sustainable growth amid market shifts.

Jul 24, 2025 // Markets & Finance News, France, South america, Latin america, Europe, Brazil, Voltalia SA

Zelestra Opens 300-MWp San Martin Solar Park, Peru’s Largest Yet

Spanish firm Zelestra has energized the 300-MWp San Martin Solar Park—Peru’s largest PV plant—supplying power to 600 k homes and cutting 420 k t of CO₂ yearly.

Jul 21, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Peru, PV Power Plant, Zelestra

Metlen-Copec Deal Secures Night-Time Solar Supply Across Chile With Batteries

Greek firm Metlen and Chile’s Copec EMOAC sign a 15-year PPA for four solar-plus-storage projects, delivering 450 GWh a year of clean evening power from 2026.

Jul 18, 2025 // Plants, Storage, PPA, Chile, South america, BESS, Metlen Copec

Brazil Adds 521 MW in Distributed Renewables for June

Brazil boosts its green energy with 521 MW from solar, wind, and biomass, empowering 806,000 consumers to earn credits for surplus power.

Jul 17, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil

BNDES Admits Arctech to FINAME, Boosting Solar Trackers Across Brazil

BNDES accreditation lets Arctech’s 1P solar trackers tap FINAME credit, cutting project costs and expanding the Chinese manufacturer’s Latin American reach.

Jul 14, 2025 // Manufacturing News, Markets & Finance News, South america, Brazil, BNDES, arctech, FINAME

Niteroi Starts Work on 2,700-Panel Solar Park, Boosting Sustainability Drive

Niteroi in Rio begins BRL 7.7 million Encosta Verde solar project, set to power public buildings with 150 MWh of clean energy a year.

Jul 10, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, South america, Brazil, Niteroi

Brazil Expands Renewable Energy by 194 MW in June

Brazil boosts its renewable energy by 194 MW in June, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and leading the global shift towards cleaner energy solutions.

Jul 4, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil

Brazil's Capital Launches 10-MWp Solar Power Initiative

Brazil's Federal District pioneers green energy with a 10-MWp solar plant, setting a sustainable precedent for public infrastructure and reducing carbon emissions.

Jul 2, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant

Zelestra Clinches $282m Financing for 220-MW Aurora Solar-Storage Hybrid Project

Spanish developer Zelestra reaches financial close on the 220-MW Aurora solar-plus-storage project in Chile’s Tarapacá desert after securing USD 282 million in debt financing.

Jun 30, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, Storage, Chile, South america, Latin america, Aurora, Zelestra

2C Energia Launches First Solar Park in Brazil Pipeline

2C Energia powers up Brazil's future with a 2.7-MW solar plant, leading a 400-MW renewable revolution.

Jun 30, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, 2C Energia

Vale do Aço I Solar Park Energises Minas Gerais Region

Multiluz Solar and partners finish the 3.72 MWp Vale do Aço I plant in Minas Gerais, set to supply 5 GWh yearly via Brazil’s shared-generation model.

Jun 19, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, Multiluz Solar

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