Average wind solar storage price per 50kW in Chile

How many energy storage projects are in Chile?

Currently, 36 of the 129 large-scale projects Latin America projects with an energy storage component under development are in Chile, including 32 out of 71 of the region’s early works projects. The storage technologies either in use or being considered include:

How much does solar cost in Chile?

For solar hours, considered between 8:00 and 18:00 hrs, the average price during 2021 was approximately 49 USD/MWh at Crucero substation (Northern Chile) and 58 USD/MWh at Quillota substation (Central Chile). During 2020 these values were 32 and 34 USD/MWh respectively for each substation.

What is the average energy price in Chile?

On the other hand, Graph 4 shows the evolution of energy prices throughout Chile. During 2020, the average price was approximately 40 USD/MWh, while for the last 12 months this value is approximately 100 USD/MWh. Graph 4: Spot Energy Price in Chile’s main substations. Source: CEN: CEN

What kind of energy does Chile use?

Chile has the potential to run exclusively on renewable generation, with an estimated energy mix of 46% solar, 31% wind, 12% hydroelectric, and 8% flexible natural gas power plants, as well as 23% of battery storage capacity. The remaining 2% is split between biomass, geothermal, and other less common energy sources.

Will solar power become the first source of electricity in Chile?

Additionally, according to a study by the Chilean Association of Power Generators, by 2030, solar power is expected to reach 30% of total installed capacity, becoming the country's first source of electrical energy. The increasing solar capacity and development of new projects are expected to drive the solar energy market in the forecast period.

How much battery storage capacity does Chile have?

According to data from Acera, the Chilean Renewable Energy Association, there are only 64MW of battery storage capacity currently active, representing 0.2% of national capacity. AES Andes, a subsidiary of U.S. company AES Corp. operates all 64MW at their Angamos and Los Andes substations.