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Uruguay Targets 1,100 MW Solar by 2040

10/4/2025

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  • Uruguay aims to add 1,100 megawatts of solar by 2040, with Punta del Tigre and Cerro Largo underway.
  • The renewable mix is 94% nationwide, led by hydropower, wind, and biofuels, with solar at 2%.
  • The energy transition aims for decarbonization by 2050, emphasizing renewables, energy efficiency, and green hydrogen.
  • Chinese companies dominate Uruguay's solar market, offering affordable financing and equipment.