Atlas Renewable Energy, a leading international provider of renewable energy solutions, has officially inaugurated the Shangri-La solar project, located in the department of Tolima, Colombia.
The inauguration marks the start of operations for the company’s first project in Colombia, representing a decisive step in expanding large-scale solar energy and strengthening the nation’s sustainable energy system.
With an installed capacity of 201MWp, the Shangri-La plant is expected to generate approximately 403.7 GWh of energy per year, an amount equivalent to the energy consumption of over 214,000 Colombian families.
The project is also anticipated to offset nearly 161,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually, which is comparable to taking around 34,000 vehicles off the road for a year. This directly contributes to fulfilling national decarbonisation commitments.
Rubén Borja, Country Manager at Atlas Renewable Energy in Colombia, commented: “Shangri-La’s launch marks a firm step in Colombia’s energy transition.
“This project not only delivers clean and reliable energy to the national grid, but has also been a driving force for employment, training, and development for the communities in Tolima. We are proud to have built, in record time, infrastructure that fuels regional progress and reinforces Atlas’s commitment to the country’s energy security.”
During construction, Atlas prioritised local employment, with over 65% of jobs created in Tolima. Furthermore, the participation of women in the project reached 22%, exceeding targets and fostering their development in technical and operational work.
The company also promoted its “We are part of the same energy” program to foster gender inclusion and technical skills in local communities.”
The Shangri-La Solar Plant is part of a partnership with ISAGEN aimed at developing, building, and operating 1,000MW of solar projects over the coming years.
