Valle Escondido solar photovoltaic power project, Chile
Name of the Project
Valle Escondido solar photovoltaic (PV) power project.
Location
The project is located in the commune of Tierra Amarilla, in the northern region of Atacama, in Chile.
Project Owner/s
Mainstream Renewable Power.
Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 123 MWp solar PV plant, which will generate enough clean, renewable energy to supply electricity to about 125 000 homes a year. The plant will comprise 382 000 solar PV panels spread over 360 ha.
The project will be connected to the National Electric System through a small section of the transmission line that connects the step-up substation at a neighbouring project – Río Escondido – to the Cardones electric substation.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
$150-million.
Planned Start/End Date
Not stated.
Latest Developments
The environmental qualification resolution for the project has been approved.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Mainstream Renewable Power – Chile, email info-chile@mainstreamrp.com
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