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Market23 de June de 2026 · 4 min read
Chile's President inaugurates solar-plus-storage plant in the Atacama Desert
The María Elena project combines solar generation with batteries, proving the viability of hybrid systems in northern Chile. President Kast reinforced the commitment to the energy transition.
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The inauguration of the María Elena hybrid plant marks a symbolic moment. It combines 120 MW PV with 60 MW/240 MWh storage, leveraging the Atacama Desert's exceptional irradiation. The president's presence demonstrates political backing for renewables in Chile. The project received IDB financing. ALAGER highlights the multilateral financing model as a regional reference.
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