The Itaipu Hydroelecric Plant is set to transform into a hydroelectric and solar generation plant in just 150 days, according to the Paraguayan general director, Justo Zacarías Irún, and the Brazilian general director, Enio Verri. The integration of companies from both countries in the solar plant installation was celebrated as a milestone by Enio Verri, as this project will combine hydraulic energy with solar energy, becoming a plant of multiple generation.
The project was presented by the Renewable Energy advisor of the Right Bank, Pedro Domaniczky, and received approval from the directors of both banks of the binational to start work immediately, following the schedule established by Itaipu's Renewable Energy Advisory.
With the signing of the order to start, the installation of the first floating solar plant of 1,000 kWp capacity in the reservoir of the Itaipu Hydroelecric Plant (CHI) began, occupying less than 1 hectare. This project, deemed historic by director Zacarías Irún, will not only generate hydroelectric energy but will also produce solar energy with state-of-the-art technology.
The Paraguayan-Brazilian consortium Sunlution – Luxacril was awarded the execution of this project, which will begin with an experimental phase before considering a possible expansion and connection with the generation system of Itaipu. The stipulated deadline for the completion of the project is 150 days, followed by 180 days of technical assistance, totaling 330 days to complete all phases of the venture.
In the words of Zacarías Irún: "This is a fundamental step for Paraguay, as it allows us to explore other sources of renewable energy," and highlighted the importance of this project for the installed capacity of Itaipu and its impact on the industrial growth of both countries.
