The newly authorized transmission infrastructure consists of a 17.55-kilometer 500 kV line connecting the Ruta del Sol and Seccionadora Tambo substations. This line will traverse the districts of Moquegua and Punta Bombón, crossing the provinces of Mariscal Nieto and Islay. The project further includes construction of two advanced substations: Ruta del Sol, a 500/33 kV installation utilizing GIS technology, and Seccionadora Tambo, a 500 kV substation equipped for integration with Wayra Solar’s photovoltaic facilities. These enhancements are poised to bolster grid stability and facilitate the efficient injection of renewable energy into the national grid.
Orygen’s portfolio boasts over 12 GW in wind, solar, and hybrid projects distributed across key Peruvian regions such as Piura, Lambayeque, Cajamarca, Ica, Moquegua, and Arequipa. After rebranding from Enel Generación Perú under the ownership of investment firm Actis, Orygen has accelerated its investment plans, unveiling a $3 billion pipeline focused on expanding renewable capacity with a mix of technologies. The company is currently constructing Wayra Solar in Ica, a 94 MW photovoltaic plant designed to complement its adjacent 310 MW Wayra and Wayra Extensión wind farms, establishing Peru’s first and largest hybrid renewable complex.
In 2024, Orygen solidified its position as the top non-conventional renewable energy generator nationwide, with a 65% increase in clean generation output, reaching 1,774 GWh. The company’s diverse generation portfolio also includes hydroelectric plants and thermal assets, with renewables accounting for a growing segment of its overall capacity. This integrated approach has contributed to record financial results, including a 21% EBITDA growth and revenues surpassing 2.5 billion soles.
Beyond infrastructure, Orygen has invested in innovative operational practices, such as pioneering a waterless, mechanical panel cleaning system at its Rubí-Clemesí solar complex in Moquegua. This technique has conserved over six million liters of water annually and improved energy output by reducing soiling-related efficiency losses from 5% to near 1.5%, equivalent to an additional 27,800 MWh per year. Furthermore, the company advances social sustainability by empowering local communities through digital skills training targeted at women entrepreneurs in Marcona, enhancing employment opportunities linked to its projects.
The renewable energy leader’s strategic trajectory recently gained an important shareholder transition, as Grupo Romero announced its acquisition of 100% control over Orygen, pending approval from Peru’s antitrust body Indecopi. Grupo Romero’s entry into the sector complements its existing energy assets, and market observers anticipate continuity in Orygen’s commitment to renewable investments, though concerns remain regarding potential impacts on labor given the stringent cost controls historically observed in the sector.
With Peru’s renewable capacity poised to nearly double by 2030, Orygen stands at the forefront of the country’s clean energy evolution. The company’s investments in cutting-edge hybrid projects, grid infrastructure, and sustainable operations underscore its role as a catalyst for a greener, more resilient energy future in the region.
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