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Limes Renewable Energy secures its first major environmental authorisation in Chile and consolidates its presence in Latin America. The international renewable energy developer, specialising in photovoltaic, wind and storage systems, has obtained the Resolución de Calificación Ambiental for Pradera Larga, a hybrid project comprising 84 MWp of photovoltaics and 90 MW of batteries (Bess), located in the Valparaíso region.
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In an interview with Diario Financiero, Martín Libra, Head of Latam at Limes Renewable Energy, highlighted that the company obtained the RCA for Pradera Larga in the Valparaíso Region (US$150 million), the first milestone in a portfolio of four initiatives in Chile that would exceed US$500 million and includes BESS developments such as Huañil, Pimiento (100 MW) and El Ganso (150 MW).
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Limes MD Cristiano Spillati is the feature interview of New Energy Today Magazine’s June issue, sharing insights from over two decades in renewables across 13 countries. He reflects on scaling clean energy globally, Limes’ evolution into a 6 GW developer in seven markets, and its next phase: team growth, a hybrid model of asset development and ownership, and expanded services.
In an interview with pv magazine Italia, Limes Managing Director Cristiano Spillati explained that the company considers the “pure developer” phase to be over and intends to adopt a change in business model from developer to IPP or hybrid IPP. Regarding the platform for suitable areas, he pointed out that it could provide misleading information.
Lintasntt reports that Limes Renewable Energy is exploring the development of solar power plants in Southwest Sumba, Indonesia, as part of efforts to support the region’s energy transition. During a preliminary visit in May 2025, the company engaged with local authorities to assess potential collaboration and lay the groundwork for future clean energy initiatives.
In an exclusive interview with Milano Finanza, Limes’ Managing Director Cristiano Spillati highlighted a key achievement: the successful sale of a 287 MW portfolio in Italy to an international independent power producer (IPP). The portfolio, evenly split between solar PV and wind — including 50 MWp of fully authorised solar projects, will generate around 669 GWh annually, supporting Italy’s energy transition. The discussion also covered Italy’s permitting challenges, Limes’ expansion across emerging markets such as Vietnam and Indonesia, the importance of local presence and local engagement, and the company’s evolving vision.
Italy’s solar market is evolving fast. According to PV Tech, 2024 saw Italy add 6.8GW of solar PV – a 30% increase from the previous year – driven by a 163% surge in utility-scale projects. Data from Italia Solare shows that 3,045MW of utility-scale capacity was added last year versus 1,157MW in 2023, while residential installations dropped by 21% following the end of the Super bonus scheme. As reported by the article, this trend towards utility-scale was predicted last year by Limes Managing Director, Cristiano Spillati, who foresaw “the average size of solar projects to get bigger in 2024” in an interview with PV Tech. He also noted the “disparity between Italy’s electricity demand, clustered in the wealthier north of the country, and the available land and sun for large solar plants in the south”, emphasising that “energy storage would become essential in meeting the country’s electricity demand with renewables”.
Limes was mentioned in an article in Economy Magazine, written by Vincenzo Petraglia, which highlights how, according to estimates, alternative energy production will grow exponentially by 2030. Limes was cited among the most dynamic Italian developers, with a particular focus on the need to accelerate the development and construction of storage systems linked to renewables in Italy.
In Sustainability Voices, Limes Managing Director Cristiano Spillati highlights how the "NIMTO" (Not In My Terms of Office) phenomenon delays renewable energy progress. He explains how unstable policies create costly uncertainty for developers and underlines the need for early community engagement to build support and reduce opposition, ensuring more stable decision-making for long-term change.
In Power Engineering International, Managing Director Cristiano Spillati examines the Draghi Report, stressing that Europe must act decisively on clean energy to remain competitive and highlighting the economic benefits of decarbonisation, including reduced reliance on fossil fuels, job creation, and energy independence, while urging that delaying the transition will cost Europe immensely.
Cristiano Spillati, Managing Director of Limes, is featured in Only Natural Energy (ONE), discussing Limes' commitment to renewable energy and community engagement, Limes' focus on solar, wind, agri-PV, and battery storage, while addressing challenges like land acquisition and grid congestion, interview by Alice Masili
Managing Director Cristiano Spillati and other experts share their perspectives on Italy’s agricultural solar ban in PV Tech’s article: “Italy’s ‘illogical’ agricultural solar ban contains ‘contradictions’, lawyer says”. The proposed ban on solar PV developments on agricultural land in Italy has drawn criticism for its perceived contradictions and lack of clarity. Many view the current draft as poorly written, leaving room for multiple interpretations. As the industry awaits clarification, concerns arise about its potential impact on Italy's solar targets and investment opportunities.
‘Italy’s Solar Renaissance: the Challenges, the Opportunities and the Grid’, stemming from insights provided by Managing Director Cristiano Spillati during a chat with PV Tech at Large Scale Solar Europe 2024 in Lisbon. Italy experienced a significant resurgence in solar PV installation in 2023, with over 5GW of new capacity, mainly from large-scale projects. However, challenges persist, including grid congestion, permitting issues, and a shortage of bankable EPC contractors. Despite obstacles, there's optimism for increased utility-scale solar development, driven by the end of rooftop PV subsidies and the expectation of larger project sizes in the future.
