How much generating capacity does Peru have?

Installed generating capacity Peru is evenly divided between thermal and hydroelectric sources. In 2006, the country had 6.7 GW of installed capacity, 52% being thermal and 48% hydroelectric, with a negligible share of other renewable sources.

How has the electricity sector changed in Peru?

The electricity sector in Peru has experienced large improvements in the past 15 years. Access to electricity has increased from 45% in 1990 to 96.4% in 2018, while service quality and efficiency of service provision improved. These improvements were made possible through privatizations following reforms initiated in 1992.

How much electricity does Peru use a year?

In 2006, total electricity consumption in Peru was 24 TWh, which corresponds to 872 kWh per capita per year. The consumption share for the different economic sectors is as follows:

How much does Peru spend on electrification?

To expand coverage, the Government of Peru has been spending an average of US$40–50 million per year in the last ten years for electrification.

Is hydroelectricity a renewable resource in Peru?

Hydroelectricity is the only renewable resource exploited in Peru. In 2006, it accounted for 48% of total installed capacity and 72% of electricity generated. The largest hydroelectric facility in the country is the 900 MW Mantaro Complex in southern Peru, which is operated by state-owned Electroperu.

How many CDM projects are there in Peru?

Currently (November 2007), there are seven registered CDM projects in the electricity sector in Peru, with overall estimated emission reductions of 800,020 tCO 2 e per year. Source: UNFCCC The National Environment Fund FONAM is the focal point for CDM projects in Peru.