El Malcotal Solar Plant Begins Operations in El Salvador, Adding 273 MWp to National Grid
El Salvador has taken a significant step towards expanding its renewable energy infrastructure with the official opening of the El Malcotal photovoltaic plant. This new facility, boasting a capacity of 273 MWp (megawatts peak), is now one of the largest solar projects in the region and will play a central role in strengthening the country’s energy matrix.
Located in the department of Usulután, El Malcotal covers an area of approximately 350 hectares. The project utilizes more than 500,000 solar panels, designed to generate enough electricity to supply an estimated 300,000 households. The solar plant is expected to contribute significantly to reducing carbon dioxide emissions, aligning with El Salvador’s commitment to more sustainable energy sources and the fight against climate change.
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