Barranquilla to build 'Entrepuentes' energy community for 700 families with solar power

Barranquilla is advancing its commitment to renewable energy with the commencement of the 'Entrepuentes' energy community project in the Suroriente district. This initiative will provide solar energy to 700 families in low-income strata 1 and 2, significantly reducing their electricity costs.

Mayor Alejandro Char announced the project, which marks the city's second energy community developed in partnership with Triple A. The plan includes the installation of 1,642 solar panels, a significant investment of over $6 billion Colombian pesos funded by local taxes. Char emphasized that the city's abundant sunshine makes such projects feasible and beneficial for lower-income residents.

The 'Entrepuentes' community will be situated on a lot adjacent to the Pumarejo bridge. The project encompasses not only the solar panels but also the necessary infrastructure, including inverters, a transformer, a subterranean medium-voltage line, and perimeter fencing. The 1,642 panels are expected to generate 1.18 megawatts peak (MWp) of power, sufficient to supply the selected families.

This development underscores Barranquilla's dedication to becoming a national benchmark for clean and sustainable energy transitions, directly benefiting vulnerable populations and leveraging public company surpluses for community welfare.