Background

South America is rapidly expanding its energy capacity to meet growing urbanization and industrial demand. The region is rich in renewable resources such as solar, hydropower, wind, and lithium, yet faces challenges in power reliability, grid stability, and renewable energy integration. Chinese energy companies have become major partners by providing high-quality products and turnkey solutions that support renewable deployment, grid modernization, and energy access. Their contributions are helping countries achieve cleaner, more reliable, and cost-effective energy systems.

Product Cases

1. Photovoltaic Modules – Brazil
   China’s solar manufacturers have supplied high-efficiency PV modules for utility-scale and distributed solar projects across Brazil. These products have accelerated project deployment, reduced installation costs, and increased adoption of solar energy for industrial, commercial, and residential use. They support Brazil’s transition toward cleaner energy and a diversified energy mix (Source: CSIS, 2025; Brazil Ministry of Mines and Energy, 2021).

2. Power Distribution Equipment – Peru
   Chinese suppliers have delivered substations, transformers, and distribution network solutions in Peru, including key urban centers like Lima. This has improved electricity reliability for homes and businesses, optimized power flow, reduced outages, and enhanced capacity to meet growing urban and industrial demand. Modernized distribution networks strengthen Peru’s energy infrastructure and economic development (Source: Henry Ziemer, CSIS Commentary, 2025; CSGI and China Three Gorges Corporation reports).

3. Smart Grid Solutions – Chile and Uruguay
   Chinese companies provide smart meters, grid monitoring devices, and digital energy management tools to South American utilities. These solutions reduce power losses, improve operational efficiency, enable real-time monitoring of energy consumption, and support better integration of solar and wind power into existing grids. They enable more responsive, data-driven energy management and support sustainable growth (Source: Oregon State University research, 2021; Uruguay Energy Ministry, 2021).

Expo Role

By exporting PV products, distribution equipment, and smart grid technologies, Chinese companies are enabling South American countries to build resilient, efficient, and green energy systems. These collaborations demonstrate how international product expertise directly contributes to local energy development and market growth. At the Solar PV & Energy Storage World Expo, many visitors are invited through the organizer’s strategic invitations, connecting key industry players to targeted opportunities. In addition, a significant portion of visitors are invited by exhibitors to source products and explore solutions. Together, these interactions reinforce the Expo’s role as a practical platform for international energy trade and collaboration.

Sources

• Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), “Power Moves: How China’s Energy Investments Provide Durable Influence in South America,” 2025

• Brazil Ministry of Mines and Energy

• Henry Ziemer, Associate Fellow, CSIS Commentary, 2025

• CSGI and China Three Gorges Corporation official reports

• Oregon State University research on smart grids

• Uruguay Energy Ministry