Zelestra has signed a long-term PPA for the sale of electricity from a 220MWdc solar plant and a 1GWh battery energy storage system in Chile.
The agreement is with Abastible, a Chilean company dedicated to the commercialisation of liquefied gas, as well as promoting the business of commercialising electricity for its customers
This PPA marks a milestone in Abastible’s strategy to advance its commitment to sustainability and guarantees a night-time supply of renewable energy that will allow it to expand its carbon-free energy portfolio.
The hybrid plant, which has already started construction, will generate approximately 600GWh of renewable electricity per year, equivalent to the annual consumption of 200,000 Chilean households, contributing significantly to the country’s decarbonisation
José Luis García, chief executive of Zelestra Latam, said: “This contract with Abastible is a clear example of how Zelestra creates customized energy solutions to support our customers with carbon-free renewable energy.
“We are proud to partner with Abastible, by providing clean and sustainable energy that allows them to advance product development in pursuit of sustainability and emissions reduction for their customers.”
Ignacio Mackenna, general manager of AbastibleTec, added: “This agreement with Zelestra reinforces our position as a relevant player in the commercialisation of renewable electricity in Chile.
“With this contract, we advance our mission to provide renewable energy for our customers by accompanying them on the path to the country’s energy transition.”