April 3, 2025 – Peruvian energy company Kallpa Generación S.A. has been granted two temporary concessions to carry out feasibility studies for large-scale solar power generation projects in the southern region of Moquegua, widely recognized as Peru’s top location for photovoltaic development.
The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) issued Ministerial Resolution No. 437-2024-MINEM/DM, which grants Kallpa a period of 24 months to conduct feasibility studies for the “CSF Pampa Salinas I” project. This solar plant will have an installed capacity of 234 megawatts (MW) and will be located in the El Algarrobal district, Ilo province, within the Moquegua department.
In parallel, Ministerial Resolution No. 436-2024-MINEM/DM provides Kallpa with a similar 24-month timeframe to study the feasibility of “CSF Pampa Salinas II”, another solar plant with 234 MW of planned capacity. This project will be situated in the Moquegua district, Mariscal Nieto province, also in Moquegua.
Strategic Projects in a Key Solar Region
Both projects position Moquegua—already a leading candidate for solar development in Peru—at the center of the country’s renewable energy ambitions. The region benefits from high solar irradiance, making it ideal for photovoltaic installations.
According to the ministry, the authorizations require Kallpa to conduct the studies in strict compliance with technical and safety standards, environmental protection protocols, and the preservation of Peru’s cultural heritage. The company must also adhere to the requirements established under the Electricity Concessions Law, its regulations, and other applicable legal frameworks, including Directoral Resolution No. 046-2010-EM/DGE.
Peru’s Push for Renewable Energy
The Kallpa solar projects are part of Peru’s broader strategy to expand clean energy capacity and attract investment in renewables. With more than 937 GW of solar energy potential identified nationwide, Peru aims to become a key player in the South American energy transition.
If successful, the Pampa Salinas I and II projects would contribute nearly half a gigawatt of new clean energy capacity—reinforcing both Kallpa’s role in the sector and Peru’s commitment to sustainability.