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Who is Eurowind energy?

Eurowind Energy develops, constructs, and operates renewable energy parks. We are dedicated to local long-term solutions, and we believe that the future of energy supply is renewable, clean, and sustainable. Eurowind Energy A/S is a Danish company that specialises in the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy parks.

Where are wind power plants located in Guatemala?

In Guatemala there are two regions with winds capable of producing wind energy: the region of the departments of Escuintla and Guatemala, around the Pacaya volcano, and the eastern part of the department of Jutiapa, on the border with El Salvador, so it is not by chance this is where the wind power plants are installed.

What is wind energy in Guatemala?

Wind energy in Guatemala is an achievement of the policy of diversifying the energy matrix. The construction and installation of these plants was made possible by having been awarded contracts in long-term power purchase bids for end users, carried out by distributors and the National Electric Power Commission.

How many GW does Eurowind energy have?

Furthermore, as of July 1st, 2024, our development portfolio includes more than 53 GW. At Eurowind Energy A/S, we believe that the future of energy supply is local, circular, and sustainable.

How much electricity does Guatemala have?

As of 2020, Guatemala had 4110 MW of installed electrical capacity, based primarily on hydro power (38.38%), fossil fuels (30.36%), and biomass (25.20%). Other renewable sources represented a much smaller percentage of capacity, including wind (2.61%), solar (2.25%) and geothermal energy (1.20%).

What is Guatemala's energy source?

This page is part of Global Energy Monitor 's Latin America Energy Portal. In 2018, Guatemala derived 57.43% of its total energy supply from biofuels and waste, followed by oil (29.54%), coal (7.68%), hydro (3.22%), and other renewables such as wind and solar (2.12%).