The National Energy Commission (CNE) issued Resolution CNE-AD-0005-2024, which imposes storage requirements for renewable energy projects.
Projects with installed capacities between 20 MWac and 200 MWac must integrate at least 50% of their capacity in battery storage systems (BESS).
For projects with an installed capacity greater than 200 MWac, the CNE will carry out prior technical evaluations. These evaluations will be made to guarantee the viability and positive impact of these large projects on the security of the National Interconnected Electrical System (SENI). This ensures that only technically suitable projects can be developed, maintaining the integrity and stability of the electrical system.
Another key point of the resolution is the regulation of related companies. The CNE will have the power to reject applications or require the joint presentation of projects that come from related companies that intend to use the same energy injection point.
The resolution reinforces the Government’s commitment to sustainable development and the reduction of dependence on fossil fuels, creating a favorable environment for investment in renewable energies, highlights the National Energy Commission in a press release.
