Costa Rica is taking bold steps to diversify its energy portfolio. The country is integrating wind, solar, and geothermal solutions to strengthen its power grid. These efforts aim to reduce reliance on any single source and ensure long-term sustainability.
Like wind power, solar power is another newer energy source in the country. The first solar power projects in the country were established in 1978 by just a few researchers from public universities at the Solar Power Laboratory at the National University. During 2012, Costa Rica inaugurated the Miravalles Solar Plant next to the Miravalles Volcano.
Dams and hydroelectric plants capture the energy from rivers, converting it into electricity. Large-scale projects like the Reventazón Hydroelectric Plant, which began operating in 2016, significantly increased energy production. These plants provide a steady and reliable energy supply, especially during Costa Rica's rainy season.
While hydroelectric power dominates the energy mix at approximately 80% of electricity production, solar energy, though currently a smaller contributor, holds significant potential to diversify and stabilize the grid. This paper investigates Costa Rica's renewable energy journey, emphasizing solar power's evolving role.
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