The global environment objective is to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions by implementing large-scale, grid-connected wind energy systems in Uruguay. The strategic goal of this initiative is to remove the present barriers for the commercial development of wind energy in the country and establish a viable showcase and basis for replication.

Project Details

GEF Project ID
2826
Country
Uruguay
Implementing Agencies
United Nations Development Programme
Approval FY
Status
Completed
Region
Latin America and Caribbean
Executing Agencies
NATIONAL ENERGY DIRECTORATE
GEF Period
GEF - 4
Project Type
Medium-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
6,010,000
GEF Project Grant
950,000
GEF Agency Fees
90,000

Timeline

Received by GEF
Concept Approved
Project Approved for Implementation
Project Closed