Why is solar energy important in Argentina?

The north of Argentina experiences high levels of solar radiation and has the capacity to produce electricity and jobs for rural and underserved communities in the country. Unfortunately, there are several factors limiting the total deployment of renewable energy in Argentina.

What is Casa Solar?

Save this picture! Casa Solar is a commission for a family that chose to live in an environment of high natural and landscape value. The house has an area of 250m2 and is located in Villa Parque Siquiman on a plot of 1850m2.

What is Casa Solar by Pablo senmartin Arquitectos?

Casa Solar by Pablo Senmartin Arquitectos is not only a structure but an exploration of space, focusing on the voids left by physical forms. This innovative architectural concept, commissioned by a family valuing natural beauty and environmental harmony, situates the house within a stunning 1850 square meter plot in Villa Parque Siquiman.

Is solar adoption a problem in Argentina?

(Credit: Nestor Barbitta) For a country with the abundant solar resources of Argentina, the lack of PV adoption is cause for concern. The north of Argentina experiences high levels of solar radiation and has the capacity to produce electricity and jobs for rural and underserved communities in the country.

Should Argentina invest in solar energy?

If Argentina were able to stabilize its economy and provide better incentives for solar, investors would be more apt to support renewable energy projects. However, the lack of residential distributed generation projects is hindering mainstream solar adoption.

How many GWh of electricity does Argentina generate a year?

As of 2019, Argentina’s energy mix included 85.81% fossil fuels. 1 This is why it took Argentina until 2020 to finally reach 1000 GWh of electricity generated from PV projects. 2 Argentina is by no means the only country to be stuck in a difficult situation with PV adoption.