Will Paraguay develop more solar and wind power projects?

The country plans to utilize a mix of renewable energy sources going forward to diversify its energy mix and increase its energy security. While scarcely existent today, Paraguay hopes to develop more solar and wind power projects in the future.

Does Paraguay have electricity?

Recording 99.95% electricity access at the close of 2019, Paraguay enjoys nearly universal access to electricity. In some remote locations, including the Chaco region of the country, inhabited by Indigenous Paraguayans, Paraguay utilizes solar plants to meet electricity needs.

What is Paraguay's energy policy?

Policy In November 2014 Paraguay launched a process to design the National Energy Policy. The process, which is expected to last until November 2015, will define Paraguay’s energy mix in the short, medium and long-term (25 years) and considers electricity, oil, gas and “all alternative energies”.

Can you cook in Paraguay without electricity?

In Paraguay, even though most households have access to electricity, many do not have the means to cook with electricity (or with gas), and instead, must use wood or charcoal for cooking. When used indoors, these heat sources present health risks.

Does Paraguay have hydroelectric power?

In fact, Paraguay has long produced more than enough hydroelectric power for its own needs, exporting the remainder to neighbors Brazil and Argentina. In 2019, Paraguay’s generated 6% of its GDP from the exportation of 64% of its power production. Renewable energy in Paraguay has the potential to transform the nation.

Who has the monopoly for electricity in Paraguay?

The national public utility (ANDE) had the monopoly for electricity in Paraguay (Law 966/64) until 2006, when Law 3009/06 on independent producers allowed for independent generation and transport of electricity for national consumption or export. This included generators from renewable energy resources except from hydropower plants larger than 2MW.