The country is analyzing how much power to tender, as well as the rules of the new process.

In 2010, Peru closed deals for 267.4MW, with one small-hydro plant of 18MW; 142MW of wind; 80MW of solar PV; and 27.4MW of biomass.

“In theory, renewable energies are a bit more expensive, and for this we have a specific quota indicated by law that allows us to count on better quality electricity,” says Cámac.

The