Initiative details

Solar Power Plant in Chile

  • Canada’s Total Climate Finance Contribution: $14,300,000 CAD
    • 2010 to 2011: $14,300,000 CAD

Targeted Countries: Chile

Funding Period: 2010 to 2011

Type of Support: Mitigation

Project Funded through a Canadian Facility: IFC - Canada Climate Change Program (CCCP)

Delivery Partner(s):

Description

The IFC-Canada Climate Change Program financed for the expansion of a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant, from 1.4 megawatts (MW) to 30.5 MW. This plant will be the first large-scale merchant solar plant in the Northern Interconnected System in Chile.

Results/Expected Outcomes

It is expected that this project will help demonstrate the viability of merchant solar power plants in Chile by establishing a track record of successful performance for future investors and developers. The expanded plant is also expected to abate 24,500 tons of CO2 per year.* To date, the project is fully constructed.
Co-Financing/Mobilized Finance ($CAD): $53,000,000
Estimated GHG (metric tons of CO₂) Reduction Associated with Project (per year)Disclaimer *: 24,500