Does Guatemala have solar energy?

Notably, Guatemala has seen previous ventures into solar energy, including the announcement of a 5 MW photovoltaic project in 2014 and a subsequent tender for a 110 MW project in 2019, which was later cancelled. As of 2023, the country had an installed photovoltaic capacity of 105 MW, according to IRENA statistics.

How much solar power will Latin and Central America have by 2050?

The PV capacity of Latin and Central America could read 280GW by 2050, according to IRENA. Image: BMR Energy Dutch clean energy developer MPC Energy Solutions has started construction of a 65MWp solar project in Guatemala, and plans to commission the project by mid-2025.

Who builds a solar PV plant in El Salvador & Santa Rosa & Villa Sol?

MPCES has signed a turnkey contract with the Enerland Group for the engineering, equipment procurement, and construction of the plant. Enerland also built the 21.3 MWp solar PV plant Santa Rosa & Villa Sol in El Salvador for MPCES, which commenced operations in early 2023 after just 12 months of construction.

Where is Los girasoles solar park located?

The Los Girasoles solar park located in the region of Norte de Santander, Colombia. Image by MPC Energy Solutions (MPCES). Low-carbon energy infrastructure developer MPC Energy Solutions (MPCES) announced today the start of construction works on a 65-MWp solar project in Guatemala, the largest project in its portfolio so far.

What is enerland group doing in Guatemala?

Enerland Group, a Spanish firm, has announced its expansion into Guatemala’s renewable energy market with the inauguration of its headquarters in the country and the commencement of construction on its inaugural photovoltaic park, Magdalena Solar, boasting a capacity of 66 MWp.

When will a solar PV plant be built?

The construction of the solar PV plant is expected to be completed by mid-2025”, said Stefan H.A. Meichsner, Chief Financial Officer of MPCES. MPCES today owns and operates five power-producing assets across Latin America and the Caribbean with an aggregate capacity of around 79 MWp (proportionate share MPCES: 66 MWp).