AES Chile receives prestigious “Sponsor of the Year” recognition from GB&M

February 27, 2026

AES Chile received an important recognition from GB&M, being awarded the “Sponsor of the Year” distinction in the 2026 edition of this prestigious award program. The award recognizes the most outstanding financial transactions in Latin America and the Caribbean across areas such as capital markets, corporate finance, and structured lending, among others.

Javier Dib, CEO of AES Andes, said, “This recognition is a tangible demonstration of the market’s confidence in our ability to execute our long‑term growth strategy in Chile.” He added, “As a company, we are very proud to receive this distinction, which reflects not only the strength of our financial model, but also the rigorous and committed work of our teams in successfully structuring and closing the financing of five Project Finance transactions associated with renewable energy projects in Chile, totaling US$1.745 billion.”

The funds obtained through these transactions will be used to build the Andes Solar III, Arenales, Cristales, Pampas, and Atacama renewable energy projects, all located in northern Chile. Once operational, these projects will contribute 2,216 MW to the national electric system and will help maintain leadership in the operation of battery energy storage systems in Latin America.
 

• Andes Solar III will contribute 171 MW of solar generation and 171 MW of battery storage
• Arenales is a 300 MW energy storage project
• Cristales includes 288 MW of solar generation and an additional 340 MW of battery storage
• Pampas integrates solar generation (229 MW), wind generation (128 MW), and 340 MW of storage
• Atacama BESS consists of 250 MW of battery energy storage

 

Representing AES Chile at the ceremony were members of the company’s Corporate Finance team: Juan Luis Carrasco, Director of IR & Corporate Finance, and Constanza Sanderson, Senior Associate, Corporate Finance.

About AES Andes
AES Andes generates and sells energy in Chile, Colombia, and Argentina. The company operates 5,375 MW in South America, along with a broad portfolio of renewable energy projects under development. It is one of the region’s leading power generation companies, with a diversified portfolio that includes hydroelectric, wind, solar, energy storage, natural gas, and coal facilities.

In Chile, AES and its subsidiaries own and operate 3,603 MW, consisting of 1,108 MW of thermal generation, 771 MW of hydroelectric power, 435 MW of wind energy, 838 MW of solar photovoltaic capacity, and 451 MW of battery energy storage systems, in addition to seawater desalination plants and transmission lines. The company currently has 2,363 MW of renewable capacity under construction, as well as a project portfolio with approved environmental permits (RCA) totaling 4,131 MW.