Andrómeda Solar receives concession from Chile's Ministry of National Assets to develop 9 MW photovoltaic park
Type: Development · Technology: Solar · Country: Chile · Capacity: 9 MW · Value: $12M · Announced: 2026-08-07
The Ministry of National Assets awarded a concession to Andrómeda Solar to develop the 9 MW Andrómeda photovoltaic park, with an investment of $12 million. The solar farm is located in Alto Hospicio, Tarapacá region, covering 36 hectares and connected to the Boro feeder of the Alto Hospicio substation. Copec Flux is participating in the project's development, supporting the integration of the plant into the medium‑voltage distribution grid. The concession, granted in 2022 for a 40‑year term, enables the first grid‑connected generation facility in the commune, reducing local electricity tariffs by 3 %. The project’s 40‑year lifespan and $12 million capital outlay position it as a long‑term renewable asset in Chile’s National Electric System.
Analysis
Andrómeda Solar has received a concession from Chile's Ministry of National Assets to develop a 9 MW photovoltaic park in Alto Hospicio, Tarapacá region, with an investment of $12 million. The project is supported by Copec Flux, which is participating in the development and integration of the plant into the medium-voltage distribution grid. The concession, granted in 2022 for a 40-year term, enables the first grid-connected generation facility in the commune. The 9 MW Andrómeda photovoltaic park will cover 36 hectares and is connected to the Boro feeder of the Alto Hospicio substation. The project is expected to reduce local electricity tariffs by 3%.
Key points
- 9 MW photovoltaic park
- $12 million investment
- 40-year concession term
- 36 hectares in Alto Hospicio, Tarapacá region
- 3% reduction in local electricity tariffs
Counterparties
- Copec Flux (Partner)
- Andrómeda Solar (Developer)
- Ministerio de Bienes Nacionales (Partner)
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