Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners signs long-term PPA for La Esperanza Solar with CFE Calificados
Type: Ppa · Technology: Solar · Country: Mexico · Capacity: 420 MW · Announced: 2026-08-06
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) secured a long‑term power‑purchase agreement with CFE Calificados for the La Esperanza Solar project in Campeche, Mexico. The project includes a 420‑megawatt‑dc solar photovoltaic plant paired with a 750‑megawatt‑hour battery storage system. The PPA will enable delivery of clean electricity and up to five hours of storage to support the Yucatán Peninsula grid, with commercial operations slated for 2028. The agreement positions the project as a priority under Mexico’s Ministry of Energy planning framework and aligns with CIP’s Growth Markets Fund II strategy to expand renewable capacity in Latin America. The deal underscores the collaboration between CIP’s fund and the federal utility, reinforcing the push for reliable, lower‑carbon power in a region of rising demand.
Counterparties
- CFE Calificados (Offtaker)
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (Developer)
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