Which country has the most solar energy in South America?

Brazil is the leader in solar energy in South America as it surpassed 50 GW of installed capacity in 2024. South America continued its steady solar growth over the last half-decade in particular, and overall renewable energy capacity additions in general, through the year 2024.

Why is solar energy important in South America?

The region has a large amount of sun, wind, water, and other natural resources that can be harnessed to generate clean energy. Solar energy, which is at the helm of global energy transition goals, is a crucial energy source powering the transition for the South American continent as well.

What is the largest solar power plant in the world?

Solar photovoltaic plant Rubi The world’s largest,the Rubi Solar Power Plant, was inaugurated in the Moquegua Department in 2018 (province of Mariscal Nieto). The 144.6 MW power plant, which has an installed capacity of 1.5 kilometres above sea level, can generate up to 440 GWh of electricity each year.

How much energy is produced by a solar power plant?

This energy is produced thanks to its 926,985 solar panels. It is estimated that this plant is capable of powering up to 300,000 homes per year. Thanks to this, it is estimated that the plant prevents 350,000 tons of CO2 from being dispersed into the environment. The plant has an area of 690 hectares.