"It seems like there's a bridge, through which China's new technologies and concepts in electric power industry are continuously introduced to Peru," Mario González, General Manager of Luz del Sur, revealed to a reporter from the Changjiang Daily during his visit to Wuhan on January 15. Chinese electric power enterprises are spearheading a new low-carbon and green lifestyle in Peru.
This marks Mario's fourth visit to Wuhan. In 2020, his company—Luz del Sur (LDS)—was acquired by China Yangtze Power Co., Ltd. (CYPC), a subsidiary of China Three Gorges Corporation. The entry of this Wuhan-based central state-owned enterprise is quietly transforming Peru's energy industry landscape.
Based in southern Lima, Peru's capital, LDS serves over 1.3 million customers, ensuring electricity supply for more than 6 million people. Following the acquisition, Chinese technicians assisted in upgrading local power supply infrastructure and promoted a series of intelligent transformation, including the installation of smart meters. These efforts significantly reduced LDS's core power reliability indicators—average outage duration and frequency—maintaining industry-leading performance.
"More and more Peruvians are driving electric vehicles," said Mario. Through the joint efforts of Chinese and Peruvian employees, LDS began phasing in new energy vehicles (NEVs) to replace its service fleet in May 2023, introducing brands like China's JAC and BYD. LDS also established electric vehicle charging stations within its service area. To date, the number NEVs in LDS's service fleet has expanded to 108, accounting for 33% of its total. "Over the past two years, these NEVs have reduced CO2 emissions by 600 tons annually."
Inspired by LDS's early adoption of NEVs—free of fuel, zero tailpipe emissions, and quiet operation—more and more locals are beginning to embrace Chinese NEVs.
"Three years ago, Peru had fewer than 100 NEVs nationwide. Today, that number has exceeds 5,000." This transformation fills Mario with surprise and pride. He noted that Peru relies heavily on imported oil, with 70% used for fuel production. "Electricity, featuring clean, eco-friendly, and resource-efficient, opens a new window to modern living for Peruvians."
This "green revolution" extends far beyond vehicles.
LV Qiang, CFO of LDS, informed reporters that since 2023, CYPC has acquired multiple domestic photovoltaic and wind power projects in Peru. These, combined with the Santa Teresa Hydroelectric Plant under its umbrella, form a robust "green power" generation system. By 2025, the Company's installed capacity in Peru has exceeded 400 MW, with annual green power generation reaching approximately 1.4 TWh.
The "green" transformation encompasses not only the industry but also corporate philosophy. The term "sustainable development" is prominently featured in this year's annual report of LDS. The Company also plans to invite local Peruvian employees to CYPC for practical training on the latest business concepts and management expertise.
In the new year, Mario plans to promote the inclusion of Chinese NEVs in local government procurement, and progressively complete 100% electrification of LDS's service fleet. Concurrently, LDS will initiate smart transformation of substations within service areas to enable automatic detection of grid faults. "Green, stable electricity powers economic growth and a better life.
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