Chile
Overview
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| SSS Relevance | ⭐⭐ Medium |
| Market Type | Liberalized |
| Key Clean Resources | Hydro, Solar (Atacama), Wind |
| EAC System | I-REC |
| Grid Carbon Intensity | ~350-400 gCO2/kWh |
Chile has excellent solar resources (Atacama Desert) and significant hydro, but no nuclear power. The grid is transitioning rapidly from coal toward renewables.
SSS Relevance
⭐⭐ Medium — Chile has moderate SSS potential:
- No nuclear (never built, seismic concerns)
- Significant hydro (~25% of generation)
- Excellent solar — Atacama one of world's best solar resources
- Coal phase-out underway
SSS-Eligible Resources
| Resource Type | Capacity/Output | SSS Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear | 0 MW | ❌ Not available |
| Hydro | ~7 GW, ~25% | ⚠️ Depends on I-REC status |
Market Structure
Regulator: CNE (Comisión Nacional de Energía)
Market Model: Liberalized; wholesale market with spot pricing; regulated retail for small customers.
Grid Operator: Coordinador Eléctrico Nacional (CEN)
Major Generators:
- Enel Chile, AES Gener, Colbún, Engie
Clean Energy Policy
| Policy | Status |
|---|---|
| Carbon Neutrality Target | 2050 |
| Coal Phase-Out | 2040 (accelerating) |
| Renewables | Rapid solar/wind growth |
EAC Infrastructure
Primary System: I-REC
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| I-REC Issuer | Various |
| Scope | Renewables |
Emissions Factors
| Source | Value | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Chilean Grid Average | ~350-400 gCO2/kWh | Location-based Scope 2 |