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Sonnedix, the global solar independent power producer (IPP), has completed the construction of one of its largest solar photovoltaic (PV) plants to date: the 170 MW Sonnedix Atacama, located in the Atacama Desert, Chile.
Construction of the solar plant, located in the Atacama Desert in the commune of Pica, began in June 2019. On 30 January 2021, Sonnedix Atacama started injecting energy into the Chilean National Electric System.
“We are extremely proud of the work and dedication put into this project, and thankful to the regional and local administrations for their support”, said Sergio del Campo, Representative Director of Sonnedix Chile. “Sonnedix Atacama will generate around 470 GWh/yr of clean electricity, powering more than 100 000 Chilean homes. In addition to that, this project allows us to fulfil our ‘social citizen’ role through initiatives such as our Atacama Community Investment fund, supporting the economic development of our communities funding
Monday, 08 February 2021 Global solar independent power producer Sonnedix has completed the construction of its largest solar PV plants to date, forming the the 170 MW Sonendix Atacama project, located in the Atacama Desert, in Chile.
The solar plant, located in the commune of Pica (Atacama Desert), began construction work in June 2019. On 30
th January, 2021, Sonnedix Atacama started injecting energy into the Chilean National Electric System.
“This is a big milestone for Sonnedix, and an important step to expand the use of solar in Chile, and worldwide” said Axel Thiemann, CEO of Sonnedix. “Sonnedix Atacama, our largest solar plant to date, represents the efforts of a purpose-driven team, working relentlessly throughout a difficult year as 2020 has been, with one goal in mind: to deliver a constant and reliable source of clean electricity to our communities, helping build a bright future for the next generations. We celebrate the resilience of our team members and partne