In the heart of Atlántico, between Sabanalarga and Usiacurí, the Atlántico solar park is now operating, a photovoltaic plant with a capacity of 180 megawatts of alternating current. This project, led by Enel Colombia, is already supplying clean energy to the National Interconnected System.
For its part, ISA ENERGÍA was responsible for building the connection infrastructure that enables its integration into the system. This work included a 3.5-kilometer transmission line, 500 meters of which are underground, thus providing a technical solution that optimizes land use and respects the dynamics of the environment.
Atlántico solar park and energy transition underway
The plant features over 403,000 solar panels distributed across 34 sub-fields and is projected to generate approximately 525 gigawatt-hours per year. This renewable energy will strengthen the country’s energy matrix and benefit millions of users.
The project is part of a broader solar complex that also includes Guayepo I, II and III, consolidating Atlántico as a benchmark in installed solar generation capacity in Colombia. The complex exceeds 730 MWac, positioning it as one of the most significant in Latin America.
Efficient Infrastructure and Innovation in Transmission
The underground transmission solution implemented by ISA ENERGÍA stands out as a relevant technical contribution. This type of infrastructure not only improves aesthetics and land utilization but also increases operational safety and facilitates maintenance.
With this advancement, Colombia moves closer to the national goal of reaching 6 GW of solar generation defined in the governmental plan. Additionally, it contributes to fulfilling environmental commitments and building a more resilient and sustainable electrical system.
Regional Development Driven by Clean Energy
Beyond its energy contribution, the construction of the Atlántico solar park and its associated infrastructure generated employment and opportunities for local communities. It is estimated that over 70% of the workers involved were people from the region, reinforcing thus the connection between sustainability and development social.
The start of operations of the Atlántico solar park marks a new advance in the country’s energy transition, in an alliance between key players in the electricity sector committed to a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future.
Source and photo: ISA ENERGÍA