Tag Archives: Atacama Desert

Repsol Begins Power Generation at Antofagasta Phase 1 Wind Farm, Chile’s New Renewable Giant

(IN BRIEF) Repsol has begun power production at Antofagasta Phase 1, its largest wind farm and one of Chile’s most significant renewable energy projects. Located in Taltal, the 364 MW facility required nearly €400 million in investment and will soon … Read the full press release

DNV Supports Grenergy in Securing USD 299 Million Financing for Landmark Renewable Energy Project in Chile

(IN BRIEF) DNV has assisted Grenergy in securing USD 299 million in financing for the Víctor Jara phase of the Oasis de Atacama project in Chile, which is set to be the world’s largest battery energy storage system. The project … Read the full press release

Thales and DGAC Launch World’s First Solar-Powered Air Traffic Control Radar in Chile’s Atacama Desert

(IN BRIEF) Chile’s General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) and Thales, a global technology leader, have unveiled the world’s inaugural 100% solar-powered air traffic control radar station in Chile’s Atacama Desert. Combining Thales’ advanced STAR NG primary radar and RSM … Read the full press release