They live next to Peru's largest solar complex - so why are they still in the dark?

Published: 8/9/2025
They live next to Peru's largest solar complex - so why are they still in the dark?
Residents in Pampa Clemesí, near Peru's largest solar complex, are still living without electricity despite being so close to a massive solar power plant. Lack of connections to the grid and necessary equipment like batteries and converters keep the village in darkness, even as solar panels generate enough energy to power thousands of homes. The government, along with the plant's operator, Orygen, has promised to bring electricity to Pampa Clemesí but delays have left residents struggling with daily challenges, including cooking with firewood and navigating in the dark using torches.