Celaris Energy reported that all 37 state-of-the-art wind turbines for the Caravelí Wind Farm, set to become the largest wind power facility in the Arequipa region, have arrived at the port of Paracas from China and Mexico. The project forms part of the company’s platform dedicated to 100% non-conventional renewable energy, a growing segment of Peru’s clean energy transition.
María del Pilar Matto, CEO of Celaris Energy, confirmed that construction progress has surpassed 56%, in line with the established schedule. She emphasized that this milestone consolidates Caravelí as the most important utility-scale wind generation project currently under development in southern Peru.
According to Matto, the transport of oversized turbine components across more than 342 kilometers of diverse terrain represented a major logistical challenge. “This operation required highly specialized technical capabilities, detailed planning, and strong inter-institutional coordination to advance large-scale renewable energy infrastructure such as Caravelí,” she explained.
Located in the district of Lomas, in the province of Caravelí, the project will involve an investment of approximately USD 240 million. Once operational, the wind farm will reach an installed capacity of 218 MW, generating more than 600 GWh per year, equivalent to powering hundreds of thousands of Peruvian households and strengthening the country’s clean energy portfolio.
Matto highlighted that Caravelí contributes directly to Peru’s long-term decarbonization objectives by expanding the share of renewable energy, enhancing energy competitiveness, and accelerating the diversification of the national electricity mix. “We are proud to support Peru’s development with modern, sustainable infrastructure capable of delivering long-term economic, social, and environmental value,” she stated.
The wind farm will also operate under the International Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC) standard, a globally recognized certification ensuring the traceability and 100% renewable origin of electricity generation. This certification guarantees that each megawatt-hour produced is free of greenhouse gas emissions, reinforcing Celaris Energy’s commitment to responsible and transparent operations.
