On July 15, 2025, AES Argentina announced a significant US $150 million expansion of its Vientos Bonaerenses wind farm, located near Bahía Blanca in Buenos Aires Province. The project will add 102.4 MW of installed capacity through the installation of 16 new wind turbines, strengthening the site’s role as one of Argentina’s leading renewable energy assets. This expansion aligns with Argentina’s broader national energy strategy, which seeks to diversify the power matrix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid rising demand and persistent energy supply challenges.
According to AES representatives, the construction phase will generate approximately 400 direct jobs, providing a timely boost to the regional economy while reinforcing Argentina’s position as a renewable energy hub in the Southern Cone. The project has already secured grid connection approval and environmental clearance, and construction is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025. Once operational, the expanded facility will help supply clean energy to industrial and commercial clients through long-term power purchase agreements, supporting the decarbonization of key sectors, including manufacturing and agribusiness.
From a policy and development standpoint, this initiative is not only a technical milestone but also a test of stakeholder alignment and community engagement. Successful execution will depend on AES’s ability to maintain transparent communication with local authorities, landowners, and residents—especially as wind energy projects in Argentina have occasionally faced resistance over land use and visual impact. Ensuring a social license to operate will be critical to avoiding disruptions and setting a precedent for future renewable investments. In Argentina’s evolving energy landscape, the legitimacy and acceptance of such projects are becoming as important as financial and engineering viability.