Energy storage projects in Chile

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How many MW battery energy storage systems are there in Chile?

The Pampas and Cristales plants each have 340 MW battery energy storage systems (BESS) with long-duration capacity, to go with significant renewable generation. AES Andes, part of US-based energy company AES, has started construction on two major renewable energy and storage projects in Chile’s Antofagasta region.

Where are Chile''s battery energy storage facilities located?

Chile’s first battery energy storage projects were commissioned in 2009, and all but two of its 16 administrative regions have facilities in operation, under construction or in the planning stage. The greatest installed capacity is found in the northern regions of Antofagasta and Tarapacá, the country’s solar powerhouses.

Why is energy storage so important in Latin America?

As renewables scale up, the need to store energy is increasing. Chile is leading the way in Latin America and has more projects in the pipeline, but hurdles remain

Why is Chile pursuing energy storage in Antofagasta?

Chilean president Gabriel Boric (centre) at the inauguration of an energy storage plant in the northern region of Antofagasta in April 2024. Chile has strong conditions for wind and solar energy, and is pursuing storage to help overcome intermittent supply (Image: Ximena Navarro / Dirección de Prensa, Presidencia de la República de Chile)

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