Chile Energy Transition Summit Attracts 150+ Leaders from 14 Countries

Over 150 energy leaders from 14 countries gathered in Santiago for the Chile Energy Transition Summit. The conference focused on electric integration, clean energy, renewable energy expansion, and sustainable power transmission. Companies such as Mitsubishi Power, Tesla, and Siemens shared their visions and future plans. The summit highlighted Chile's role in the global energy transition, with clean energy surpassing fossil fuels for the first time in 2024.

Over 150 energy sector leaders from 14 countries convened in Santiago for the Chile Energy Transition Summit, held on August 27-28, 2025. The event, organized by IN-VR Limited, brought together prominent companies like Mitsubishi Power, Tesla, and Siemens, as well as key industry players such as Invest Chile, IFC, and the Government of Chile [1].

The summit focused on critical themes in the energy transition, including electric integration, clean energy, renewable energy expansion, and sustainable power transmission. Key highlights included the announcement that clean energy generation surpassed fossil fuels for the first time in 2024, reaching nearly 40% of the total, with solar leading at 21% and wind at 13% [1].

Chile's global role in the energy transition was emphasized by Marcelo Villagrán, Chairman of the Conference and Partner Director at Mankuk Consulting & Services. He noted that Chile's resources and public policies position it as a key player in the global energy transition [1].

The conference also underscored the importance of investment and financing in clean energy. Alejandra Silva, Investment Promotion Manager at InvestChile, presented Chile's long-term energy electrification plan, which projects the addition of 10GW of solar and wind capacity and 5GW of storage by 2030 [1].

The summit featured keynote speeches and panel discussions that explored the strategic role of mining in supporting Chile's energy infrastructure and supply needs. The panel highlighted the need for public-private collaboration and shared energy infrastructure as the backbone for sustainable growth [1].

The event concluded with a networking session hosted by JA Solar, providing an opportunity for industry leaders to connect and share insights. The Chile Energy Transition Summit will return to Santiago in 2026 for its third edition [1].

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[1] https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/264639/150-Energy-Leaders-Gathered-in-Santiago-for-Chile-Energy-Transition-Summit