Orygen Peru has secured permanent land-use rights (easement) for the CERW Wayra Solar photovoltaic plant, a key regulatory milestone for what will become the country’s first large-scale hybrid wind–solar complex.
The measure was formalised through a resolution issued by Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM), granting the company the right to use the land required for the project’s infrastructure. The facility is located in the district of Marcona, in the province of Nasca (Ica region).
Wayra Solar is part of a broader development integrating both wind power and solar PV generation, reaching a total installed capacity of over 400 MW. The project combines the existing Wayra I and Wayra Extension wind farms with a new photovoltaic plant, establishing Peru’s first large-scale hybrid renewable energy scheme.
The solar plant alone will require an investment of approximately USD 71.8 million and includes the installation of around 130,000 photovoltaic panels across a 260-hectare site.
According to the project timeline, construction began in June 2025 and is expected to enable commercial operation in the final quarter of 2026.
Once operational, Wayra Solar will increase Orygen’s installed solar capacity by 36%, strengthening its position in Peru’s renewable energy market and within the national power system.
The complex will allow Orygen to reach a combined installed capacity (wind and solar) of 662 MW, with an estimated annual generation of 2,390 GWh. In addition, it is expected to avoid approximately 1.4 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions per year.
The ministerial resolution stipulates that the company must ensure the integrity of the easement area, preventing any use that could interfere with the project’s operation, with legal liability in case of non-compliance.
During the construction phase, the project is expected to generate an average of 250 jobs per month, peaking at up to 450 workers. Around 60% of the workforce will be sourced locally, according to company data.
The progress of Wayra Solar aligns with Orygen’s strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio and enhance technology complementarity, enabling power generation during both daytime and nighttime periods.
Hybrid developments such as this are gaining importance in Peru’s energy transition, as they contribute to grid stability and optimise the use of available renewable energy resources.
