With the entry into operation of Anchoris, a solar farm in Mendoza, Genneia consolidates its expansion in the Argentine energy sector. This new 180 MW solar complex was designed to supply large industrial consumers through the Renewable Energy Term Market (MATER).
With an investment of 160 million dollars, the park is equipped with 360,000 bifacial solar panels. bifacial solar panels and estimates an annual production of 497,000 MWh. This energy would cover the consumption of approximately 125,000 homes and will avoid the emission of more than 220,000 tons of CO₂ per year.
Strategic expansion of the solar park in Mendoza
[post_relacionado]Anchoris is the second solar plant in Genneia’s second solar plant in the province of Mendoza. It joins Malargüe I and other farms in the Cuyo region, such as Ullum, Sierras de Ullum and Tocota III, reaching a total solar capacity of 490 MW in that area. The company plans to increase this figure to 800 MW by 2026, with the addition of the San Rafael (180 MW) and San Juan Sur (130 MW) farms.
During the construction stage, more than 350 people were directly employed, strengthening the local economy and promoting technical training in clean energy. The company highlights the positive impact of these projects on the generation of qualified employment and the development of regional suppliers.
A growth plan towards 2026
Genneia expects to exceed 1.7 GW of installed capacity in renewable energy renewable energy capacity by 2026, including both solar and wind installations. Among its most relevant projects are the La Elbita Wind Farm in Buenos Aires and other initiatives in San Juan and Mendoza. The company already concentrates 20% of the country’s renewable power and maintains a sustained strategy of investment in energy infrastructure.
The energy generated by Anchoris will be destined for the corporate market, contributing to the energy transition of high consumption industries. Genneia seeks to position itself as the supplier of reference for companies that demand competitive and low-emission energy, within the framework of MATER.
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