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Engie Chile Launches Libélula Hybrid Solar and Battery Project

May 21, 2025 by MinEner Editor

Engie Chile’s $310M Libélula project will deliver 350 MW of clean energy using solar panels and lithium-ion batteries. It’s also Latin America’s first hybrid solar plant with low-carbon steel components.

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Colbún Withdraws El Encanto Solar Project from Environmental Evaluation Process

May 19, 2025 by MinEner Editor

Colbún has withdrawn its El Encanto solar and energy storage project in Chile’s O’Higgins Region following growing environmental concerns and community opposition. The decision highlights the increasing scrutiny faced by renewable energy developments in rural areas.