Investment Teaser · Ecuador · South America

Solar Farm SFPM

A 62 MWp utility-scale solar PV project in Imbabura, Ecuador — backed by a 25-year fixed feed-in tariff of $83.6/MWh in a fully dollarized economy.

Context & Energy Market

Located in Imbabura, Ecuador, on a secured 45-hectare site at 1,800–1,960 m above sea level, directly on the equatorial line — one of the best regions in the world for Direct Normal Irradiation (DNI) and Global Horizontal Irradiation (GHI).

Ecuador faces an unprecedented energy crisis: a 1,500 MW deficit and a 6-year backlog of major projects. Economic growth and the expansion of the mining and port sectors have outpaced existing energy infrastructure, creating urgent demand for sustainable power.

  • Province: Imbabura, Ecuador
  • Site area: 45 Ha
  • Altitude: 1,800–1,960 masl
  • Land rights: Sale agreement finalized with owner
  • Grid proximity: 200 m transmission line to substation
South America map with Ecuador highlighted, Ecuador map showing Imbabura province, and project site terrain
Ecuador on the equatorial line · Imbabura province · Area 45 Ha · Height 1,800–1,960 masl — unbeatable proximity to the substation

The Opportunity

1

Pro-Renewables Policy

Fast-track permits, simplified environmental licensing, attractive feed-in tariffs and tax incentives — ratified under the re-elected government.

2

Dollarized Economy

US-dollar economy eliminates currency exchange risk, with no repatriation taxes on revenue dividends.

3

Experienced Local Team

A highly experienced local development team with a proven track record navigating Ecuador's regulatory landscape.

4

Land Secured

Land purchase agreement finalized — a strategic location with unbeatable proximity to the substation for cost-effective interconnection.

5

Fixed 25-Year PPA

Backed by Ecuador's new energy regulations with a fixed feed-in tariff of $83.60/MWh under a 25-year PPA.

6

Rapid Revenue

Construction expected to complete within 12 months of financial closure, enabling rapid revenue generation.

7

Urgent Market Demand

Ecuador's 1,500 MW energy deficit and 6-year project backlog create urgent, sustained demand for new power — a unique window for this project to address the nation's needs.

Energy Yield Prediction

Ecuador has significant potential for Direct Normal Irradiation (DNI) and Global Horizontal Irradiation (GHI) due to its geographic location on the equatorial line. SolarGIS TMY multi-year weather data; global variability (weather + system) of 2.7% (quadratic sum). 109 GWh/yr used conservatively for cash-flow analysis.

E_Grid simul / P50125.34 GWh
P90121.02 GWh
P95119.80 GWh
Variability3.38 GWh

Simulation Uncertainties

Year-to-year variability2.0%
PV module modelling/parameters1.0%
Inverter efficiency0.5%
Soiling & mismatch1.0%
Degradation1.0%
Climate change0.0%
Global variability2.7%
Annual production probability distribution showing P50 125.34 GWh, P90 121.02 GWh and P95 119.80 GWh
P50–P90 evaluation — annual production probability distribution
Solar irradiation map of Ecuador (SolarGIS GHI, 1999-2018)
Global Horizontal Irradiation of Ecuador — SolarGIS, 1999–2018

Investment & Financial Analysis

Key Technical Facts

CAPEXUS$ 40.5M
Installed Capacity62 MWp
Average Annual Production103 GWh
Cycle Hours5.11
Solar PV Module620 W
Number of Panels120,016
Transmission Line200 meters
Transmission Line Voltage230 kV

Financials

Equity RequirementUS$ 8.14M
Debt FacilityUS$ 32.5M · 10-year term + 1 grace
Expected Equity IRR> 18% – > 20%
Concession25 years
Feed-in Tariff$83.60/MWh · concession life
LCOE$64/MWh
Land RightsSale agreement with owner
COD≤2 years

LCOE Energy Type Comparison

Indicative LCOE ranges in USD/MWh. The project is highlighted against comparable generation and storage technologies.

Onshore Wind
2773
Offshore Wind
74189
Solar Storage
60210
Solar Community
54191
Solar Utility
2992
Project
5065
Solar+BESS
50181
Solar PV Roof
122284
Hydro
30113
Geothermal
64108
Biomass
55249

Cash Flow — 25-Year Concession

25-year cash flow chart showing EBITDA, EBIT, taxes and net income per year, with $7.44M breakeven marker

EBITDA, EBIT, taxes and net income per year over the 25-year concession · BE $7.44M.

Permitting, Licensing & Environmental Roadmap

  1. Start Month

    Pre-Feasibility Completion

    MEPSI finalizes pre-feasibility studies to apply for the necessary permits under regulation 006/24.

  2. +2 Months

    Permitting & Approvals

    Upon feasibility completion, the government awards the interconnection point for 18 months, during which all technical and financial aspects are defined.

  3. +4 Months

    Engineering & Procurement

    Detailed engineering design completed; final permits and project financing secured simultaneously.

  4. Month 10

    Construction & Commissioning

    Through a transparent tender, the EPC contract is awarded to best-in-class companies.

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