Río Negro advanced decisively towards a cleaner energy future. With the Pomona wind farm fully operational since 2019, the province took the first concrete steps to position itself as a relevant player on the national map of renewable energies. This development allowed to supply sustainable electricity to more than 125,000 households and avoid large-scale polluting emissions.
Wind energy generation became a strategic tool for the province, not only for its environmental contribution but also for the potential for economic diversification. Currently, other projects are underway at different stages, from initial studies to formal authorizations within the Wholesale Electricity Market (MEM).
Among the proposals with the most potential, the Cerro Policía wind farm stood out, linked to the ambitious green hydrogen plan, which foresaw an installed capacity of 300 megawatts in its first phase. Fortescue Industries advanced in the update of the Environmental Impact Study, a key stage for its final authorization.
On the other hand, developments like La Bombilla and Los Frutales continued in the pre-project phase, while Entre Lomas, IDUN, Energía Pura, and Vientos Choele I obtained official approval to operate within the national energy system.
Pomona wind farm, Río Negro. Photo: Genneia.
Pomona Wind Farm: energy that blew change
The Pomona wind farm marked a before and after in the energy history of Río Negro. Located in the Middle Valley and spread over 1,300 hectares, it became the first complex of its kind in the province. With 29 state-of-the-art wind turbines and an installed capacity of 113 MW, its environmental and energy impact was significant.
In addition to generating clean energy, Pomona annually prevented the emission of almost 191,000 tons of carbon dioxide, helping to mitigate the effects of climate change. Its implementation was part of the national RenovAR program and was operated by the company Genneia.
This model became a concrete example of how clean energies can be integrated into regional development. With more parks on the way, Río Negro reinforced its commitment to energy transition, betting on a more sustainable, resilient, and fossil fuel-free horizon.
Pomona wind farm, Río Negro. Photo: Genneia.
Argentina, a country with all the ingredients to thrive in wind energy
Argentina had exceptional conditions for the development of wind energy. Its vast plains, particularly in the Patagonian region, offered constant and high-speed winds for most of the year, allowing for efficient use of this renewable source. Some areas in the southern part of the country reached average speeds exceeding 9 m/s, well above international standards.
The territorial expanse of the country also favored a diversified geographical distribution of wind farms, reducing dependence on fossil sources and improving the stability of the national electrical system. Factors such as low population density in high-potential areas and an expanding transmission network were added to this, key elements to support the sector’s growth.
Thanks to this combination of natural resources and planning, Argentina positioned itself among the countries with the greatest wind energy prospects in Latin America. This strategic advantage represented a concrete opportunity to move towards a cleaner, more resilient, and aligned energy matrix with global environmental commitments.
