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Chile's BESS Paicaví Energy Storage Project received environmental approval from the Environmental Assessment Committee of the Metropolitan Region. It will use surplus energy from the Mariscal substation, storing it in 150 containers with a capacity of 5,000 kWh each, optimizing energy dispatch.

The project, covering 38,879 square meters, involves a $90 million investment and is expected to start construction on June 1, 2027. It will create 70 jobs during construction and three permanent positions during operation. A 0.5-kilometer high-voltage line will connect the system to the grid, enhancing energy stability and efficiency.