The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) announced on March 23 that Peru has significant renewable energy resources, while emphasizing the need for more efficient use of available resources to strengthen energy security and support sustainable development.
This announcement matters as it points to the country’s efforts to transition toward cleaner energy sources. According to technical information from the sector, Peru has an estimated potential of up to 937 gigawatts in solar power, 70 gigawatts in hydropower, 20 gigawatts in wind energy, and three gigawatts in geothermal across various regions. These figures indicate a substantial opportunity for new generation sources in coming years.
José Meza, head of the Directorate General for Energy Efficiency (DGEE), said optimizing energy use is central to Peru’s energy transition. “Energy efficiency is associated with the efficient use of energy. Historically it is a driver of the energy transition towards better utilization of various energy sources, benefiting productivity and improving population well-being,” Meza said.
Meza also noted that analysis shows a high dependence on hydrocarbons—about 67.5 percent of final national consumption—highlighting the need to diversify by promoting clean and sustainable energies. The ministry stated that through DGEE it is advancing initiatives aimed at improving planning, encouraging efficient use, and supporting renewable integration. One such initiative includes studying national biomass potential with international cooperation.
MINEM reaffirmed its commitment that harnessing Peru’s full energetic potential alongside efficiency policies will help move toward a safer, more competitive, resilient, and sustainable system—contributing both to economic growth and reducing gaps in access nationwide.
