en.Wedoany.com Reported - Peru's Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) is advancing a series of initiatives to enhance power generation capacity and ensure the reliability and continuity of electricity supply in the Loreto region, aiming to benefit hundreds of thousands of households in this Amazonian area. Efforts include improving the regulatory framework and implementing specific projects.

During a meeting with the Governor of the Loreto region, Jorge Chávez, Minister of Energy and Mines Waldir Ayasta reviewed the progress of key initiatives implemented by the sector to expand electricity access in rural and remote communities. Among short-term actions, the ministry has strengthened Loreto's power generation capacity by maintaining generator sets and adding 10 megawatts of additional installed capacity, which is expected to bring available capacity to approximately 27 megawatts to match local demand.

Ayasta stated that Loreto has a significant portfolio of rural electrification projects at various stages of development, with a total investment of 850 million soles. He noted that these investments will help drive local development, stimulate productive activities, and create new opportunities for families. Additionally, regulations governing the coordination of isolated system operations are being developed, aimed at promoting new investments in the power generation sector and enhancing the competitiveness of electricity supply.

As part of the long-term vision, the Loreto power interconnection project is also advancing. This strategic initiative aims to ultimately connect the Amazon region to the National Interconnected Electric System (SEIN). Currently, the project is being evaluated for feasibility and implementation options by the Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversión). Ayasta reaffirmed that MINEM is committed to promoting modern, sustainable, and scalable power infrastructure and will continue to coordinate actions with regional and local governments to accelerate project implementation, improve residents' quality of life, and foster development in Loreto and the Amazon region.

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