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Why are wind turbines used in Paraguay?

Wind turbines have also been installed for research purposes. Hydropower has traditionally dominated electricity production, accounting for 98.8% of the country’s total power generation in 2018 (IRENA, 2021a). In the previous two decades, between 75% and 80% of Paraguay’s electricity production was destined for export.

Will Paraguay have more renewable capacity by 2025?

Additional renewable capacity by 2025 Paraguay’s Development Finance Agency (AFD) has access to concessional and non-reimbursable resources from the GCF to finance renewable energy and energy eficiency projects.

What is the wind potential of Paraguay?

The wind potential of Paraguay is classified as medium to high, with some of the best locations for wind power generation located in Alto Paraguay and Boquerón. In these areas, wind speeds reach an average of 6.5 metres per second per year at an altitude of 80 metres, as shown in Figure 15. Figure 15. Onshore wind speed zoning assessment

How can Paraguay improve energy security?

These aspects are clearly highlighted in Paraguay’s National Energy Policy 2016-2040 and, more recently, in concrete actions outlined in the Energy Agenda 2019-2023, which focuses on the key pillars for enhancing energy security through the use of renewables, encouraging renewable-powered electrification and promoting sustainable mobility.

Where can solar power be used in Paraguay?

The existing solar potential can energise community centres and isolated productive areas of the country, particularly in Alto Paraguay, Boquerón and Concepción. The wind potential, identified as medium to high quality, is concentrated in the north-western region, specifically in the department of Boquerón.

Why is the energy sector important in Paraguay?

Paraguay’s National Energy Policy 2016-2040 recognises the importance of the energy sector for economic growth by increasing the country’s productivity and promoting sustainable development. The energy sector is a key contributor to human development (UNDP, 2020) and job creation.