4 FAQs about Uruguay energy storage solar project

Where in Uruguay will a solar park be built in 2024?

In 2024, Uruguay's state-owned electricity company UTE inaugurated a large-scale photovoltaic solar park in Punta del Tigre as part of its broader plan to add 900 MW of solar capacity through 100 MW modules.

How much solar energy does Uruguay get?

Uruguay receives an average 1,700 KW per square meter of sunlight a year, on par with Mediterranean countries although solar represents only a fraction of the country's total electricity production. Uruguay's Investment Promotion Law offers incentives for investing in solar manufacturing, systems implementation, and solar energy utilization.

What is Uruguay's energy strategy?

In 2005, Uruguay initiated a dramatic shift in its energy strategy, moving from petroleum-based electricity generation to renewable sources. In 2024, Uruguay generated 99 percent of its electricity from renewable sources using hydropower (42 percent), wind (28 percent), and biomass (26 percent).

How much energy does Uruguay produce in 2024?

According to preliminary 2024 data from Uruguay's Ministry of Industry, Energy and Mining (MIEM), national energy production reached 17,202 GWh, marking a rebound from the downward trend observed in 2023. Of the total production, 15,175.8 GWh was used to meet domestic demand, while 2,026.2 GWh was exported.

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