# Ministry of Mines and Energy

Type: government

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## Timeline

- **2026-Q4**: Expected Completion — Anticipated date for mechanical completion and initial grid testing.
- **2026-02-25**: Construction Start — Groundbreaking ceremony and start of civil works on the 130MW site.
- **2025-Q4**: PPA Finalization — A 15-year Power Purchase Agreement is signed with a local off-taker.
- **2024-Q3**: Project Acquisition — Scatec enters the Colombian market through project acquisition and development.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Scatec Breaks Ground on 130MW Solar Project in Colombia’s Energy Transition
2026-02-25 13:38:09 · Sentiment: Positive · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

Scatec has officially commenced construction on a 130MW solar power plant in Colombia, marking a significant milestone in the company's Latin American expansion. The project aligns with Colombia's strategic shift toward solar and wind to mitigate climate-driven risks to its hydropower-heavy grid.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/scatec-colombia-solar-construction-130mw

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