Originally planned for one megawatt, the project was expanded to double capacity, absorbing an investment estimated at 1 billion Argentine pesos, partially financed through a credit obtained from Banco Nación. The park is located in the Intendente Magnasco neighborhood within the cooperative’s operational center and adjacent to wastewater treatment lagoons. It is expected to supply roughly 8 to 10 percent of Río Tercero’s summer energy demand, with winter contributions being higher due to lower consumption. Peak demand in summer can reach up to 29 MW, while autumn and spring average around 15 MW.
Juan Domínguez, CEO of Tecnored, emphasized the project’s completion and operational status as a crucial demonstration that the cooperative business model can successfully execute high-technology renewable projects with tangible results. The park reinforces Río Tercero’s role as a sustainability benchmark city and exemplifies the strategic positioning of cooperatives in Argentina’s distributed generation landscape. The project also includes provisions for future expansion within the existing site boundaries, potentially increasing installed capacity and consolidating the cooperative’s leadership in regional renewable energy development.
This development aligns with broader regional trends, as multiple cooperatives across Córdoba are advancing solar generation capabilities—from smaller 300 kW parks in Villa del Dique to a forthcoming 10 MW solar farm in Villa Dolores. These initiatives collectively signal growing decentralization and local empowerment in energy production. Tecnored’s expertise, complemented by partnerships with major technology providers, supports the integration of these renewable assets, contributing to Argentina’s energy diversification and sustainability targets.
This article was curated and published as part of our South American energy market coverage.
