President Arce delivers the expansion of the Uyuni Photovoltaic Solar Plant Phase II

This press release was published in English using an automatic translation system

Ministry of Hydrocarbons and Energy

President Luis Arce delivered the Uyuni Phase II Photovoltaic Solar Plant Expansion, a project that tangibly reflects the transition to clean energy sources. This project represents a symbol of technological advancement, energy sovereignty, and respect for Mother Earth.

“Here, technology and nature come together to serve the people. At this plant, the solar energy captured by photovoltaic panels is transformed into alternating current, which is then injected into the National Interconnected System (SIN), benefiting thousands of Bolivian families,” the Head of State stated during the inauguration ceremony.

For his part, the Minister of Hydrocarbons and Energy, Alejandro Gallardo, emphasized that with the implementation of this expansion, production capacity will increase by 2.5 megawatts (MW) through the installation of more than 4,000 new solar panels.

“By having energy security, we can boost economic activity, industrialize, and guarantee a great future for all Bolivians. This is a project that strengthens our energy independence and promotes development with environmental balance,” the official stated.

The story of this project began in 2018 with the operation of the 60 MW Uyuni Solar Photovoltaic Plant Phase I, which generates approximately 139 gigawatt hours (GWh) annually. This clean energy supplies tens of thousands of homes and reinforces the national supply. Thanks to the success of the first phase, it was decided to expand its capacity through Phase II, which adds an additional 2.5 MW, reaching a total installed capacity of 62.5 MW.

The expansion takes advantage of the solar potential of the Potosí plateau, one of the regions with the highest solar radiation on the planet. The project included the installation of new photovoltaic modules that transform sunlight into electrical energy, which is injected into the National Energy System (SIN) through medium- and high-voltage grids, ensuring a clean, stable, and secure supply.

The project required an investment of more than Bs 25 million, financed entirely by the Bolivian State through ENDE Corporation, demonstrating the solidity of the economic model and the government’s commitment to sustainable energy development, without resorting to external financing.