Name of the Project
Majes Siguas II hydroelectric project.
Location
Arequipa, Peru.
Client
Regional government of Arequipa.
Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 480 MW hydroelectric facility, which includes the Lluta and Lluclla plants.
The facility will include a 89-m-high dam, which will be built to provide irrigation water for the Colca valley.
Potential Job Creation
The project is expected to create more than 1 000 jobs.
Value
The project will cost about $970-million to implement.
Duration
Construction is expected to start this month. The facility is expected to enter into operation in late 2023.
Latest Developments
The Arequipa regional government and power distributor Luz del Sur have signed a contract to advance the development of the project.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Luz del Sur (construction contract).
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
Regional government of Arequipa, tel +51 54 382860.