en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) of Peru announced that the Intipampa Expansión solar power plant in Moquegua and the Sunny Expansión solar power plant in Arequipa have commenced commercial operations, collectively adding 156.7 megawatts of renewable energy capacity to the National Interconnected Electric System (SEIN).

Developed by Engie Energía Perú and Kallpa Generación, the commissioning of these two plants expands the supply of renewable power generation, enhances system reliability, and meets the growing energy demands of the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

The Intipampa Expansión plant contributes 51.7 MW of installed capacity, while the Sunny Expansión plant adds 105 MW, making them key projects in Peru's solar energy expansion.

MINEM Deputy Minister of Electricity Luis Santillán stated that adding 156.7 MW of solar power to the SEIN represents significant progress in diversifying the energy mix with renewable sources. These investments enhance system reliability, meet growing electricity demand, and reinforce Peru's commitment to a sustainable energy transition.

MINEM emphasized that these investments reflect private sector confidence and joint efforts with the government to promote modern, efficient energy infrastructure aligned with national sustainable development goals.

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