PowerTree, an international company specializing in renewable energies, has selected AFRY to provide detailed engineering services for a portfolio of solar projects totaling 45MW in Chile. This partnership aims to strengthen Chile’s energy infrastructure by integrating advanced solar solutions. AFRY, a leading energy engineering consultancy in Latin America, will provide its expertise on 15 separate photovoltaic projects, each with a capacity of 3MW, strategically distributed across Chile. This ambitious project will enable PowerTree to consolidate its presence in the Chilean market and demonstrate its ability to handle large-scale, complex projects.
AFRY’s expertise and strategic role
Joep Thomassen, Technical Director of PowerTree Ltd, said that this partnership with AFRY is crucial to speeding up the implementation of their solar projects. AFRY’s experience in the field of renewable energies guarantees high-quality technical design, essential for the success of photovoltaic installations. Jorge Saavedra, Group Head of Renewable Energy for Latin America at AFRY, emphasized that this collaboration represents an important step towards achieving PowerTree’s strategic objectives. AFRY is committed to providing engineering solutions that comply with industry standards and meet the specific requirements of the Chilean market.
Solar market development in Chile
PowerTree’s 45MW project with AFRY is part of a growth dynamic in the Chilean solar market. By diversifying its portfolio and relying on strong technical partners like AFRY, PowerTree aims to capture a significant share of the renewable energy market in the region. AFRY, with its extensive portfolio of solar projects worldwide, brings valuable experience that will be crucial to the success of these projects. Their expertise in engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) ensures that projects are delivered in compliance with quality standards and local regulations.
The partnership between PowerTree and AFRY to build this 45MW solar portfolio in Chile is a strategic step forward for both companies. It strengthens PowerTree’s position in the Chilean renewable energy market and demonstrates AFRY’s ability to manage large-scale projects. This project symbolizes a significant development in Chile’s energy infrastructure, consolidating the companies’ presence in the competitive solar energy market.