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Download Executive SummaryProject Name: Calientes Geothermal Development Project
Location: Candarave District, Tacna Region, Southern Peru
Project Status: Feasibility & Resource Assessment Phase
The Calientes Project is based on a comprehensive feasibility study evaluating a high-temperature geothermal resource identified through systematic geological surveys and thermal gradient analysis. The project proposes commercial development of geothermal energy to generate utility-scale baseload power for the region and national energy grid.
Estimated Capacity: 50-100 MW net power generation
Power Generation Technology: Modern geothermal power plant using conventional steam turbine cycle with binary cycle option for cooler fluid temperatures
Annual Capacity Factor: 75-90% - supporting 24/7 baseload power production
Resource Base: Large geothermal resource area (>50 km²) with multiple high-temperature zones. Estimated thermal capacity sufficient for minimum 20-year production with expansion potential to 40+ years
Development Timeline: Exploration & drilling phase 2-3 years. Construction & commissioning 2-3 years. Total project development time 4-6 years to first power production
Capital Investment: Estimated project cost USD 200-350 million for 50-100 MW plant. Development cost per MW competitive with other renewable energy sources in Peru
Operating Costs: Low operational & maintenance costs (2-3% of revenue). Minimal fuel costs compared to conventional power
Economic Returns: Strong IRR and NPV under base case scenario. Power purchase agreements available at competitive rates. Attractive 15-20 year payback period
Technical Feasibility: Drilling depths 2,000-3,000 meters achievable with conventional technology. No unusual technical challenges. Proven drilling and development methods applicable with high success probability
Environmental Benefits: Zero-emission baseload power. Minimal land footprint. Supports Peru's climate commitments and renewable energy targets. Excellent environmental credentials
Phase 1 - Exploration & Confirmation (Year 1-2): Detailed geological mapping, geophysical surveys, slim hole drilling program to confirm temperatures, hydrological and environmental baseline studies, engineering design refinement
Phase 2 - Development Planning (Year 2-3): Detailed resource assessment through production well drilling, power plant engineering and equipment procurement, environmental impact assessment and permitting, financing structure and power purchase negotiations
Phase 3 - Construction & Operations (Year 4-6): Production well field development, power plant construction and commissioning, grid connection and commercial operation, long-term reservoir management
Conclusion: The Calientes Geothermal Project demonstrates strong technical and economic feasibility for commercial development. The exceptional geothermal resource, favorable investment terms, and supportive regulatory environment position this project as a prime opportunity for sustainable energy development in the Tacna region.
| Phase | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exploration & Confirmation | Geological Surveys Mapping & Analysis | Slim Hole Drilling Temperature Confirmation | ||||
| Development Planning | Resource Assessment Well Data Analysis | Engineering Design Plant & Infrastructure | Environmental Permitting Regulatory Approval | |||
| Construction & Operation | Production Drilling Well Field Development | Plant Construction Equipment Installation | Commissioning & Operations Full Power Generation | |||
| Capacity | Planning | Assessment | Design | Drilling | 50-100 MW | 24/7 Operation |
Av Alfredo Benavides 443 101-B Miraflores Lima Peru
| Punto / Point | UTM X (Este/East) | UTM Y (Norte/North) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 379000 | 8108000 |
| 2 | 379000 | 8105000 |
| 3 | 376000 | 8105000 |
| 4 | 376000 | 8108000 |
Coordenadas UTM en Sistema WGS 84 / UTM Coordinates in WGS 84 System