VIII WFER IN PERU

VIII WFER IN PERU:

The Energy Transformation Challenge

Welcome to Peru demands of our growing economy in a way that is inclusive and sustainable. We believe this is a success case in energy regulation of adapting to the needs of an evolving market and would like to share our experiences as we learn together. Our heritage, natural wealth, and recent achievements make Peru and the city of Lima an excellent venue for the next edition of the Forum.

Our country of immeasurable cultural

Daniel Schmerler Vainstein President of the Directive Counsel

wealth, tradition and natural beauty is located on the western coast of South America. Peru is home to a population of 30 million, In spite of its relatively small size, Peru is a country of very complex and diverse geography. It features three We would like to convey our gratitude

distinct regions: the coast, the Andes and

for the opportunity to be candidates as

the Amazon rainforest.

both country and organization to host the eighth World Forum on Energy Regulation

The great variety of archeological treasures

(WFER VIII) in 2021. We thank the 33

of Peru bear witness to the amazing

national and international institutions that

development of the people of its ancient

have expressed their support to us. It is the

cultures in areas as diverse as metalwork,

most important event in the field of energy

agriculture, architecture, textile art and the

regulation and we would be honored to

artistic and utilitarian ceramic production.

welcome you to the first edition to be held

At present, Peru is taking advantage of its

in South America, the region with the most

natural resource wealth to further integrate

renewable energy potential in the world.

into the world economy, attract investment, expand trade and advance technologically.

and

Over the past decade, Peru has been one

independent regulation, we have been able

of the fastest growing economies of the

to anticipate issues and meet the energy

Latin American region.

With

agility,

adequate

policies

The year 2021 marks country’s Bicentennial

OSINERGMIN has been an autonomous

of

of

institution for the past 20 years. It has a

achievements for which Peru has set very

high degree of independence in decision-

ambitious goals. Our country is in the midst

making, budget use, and follows best

of an important transition with respect to

practices with respect to transparency and

how we understand and relate to our use of

accountability.

Independence,

a

celebration

energy. As we continue on the path building our clean energy and renewables capacity,

The WFER has yet to take place in South

technological advances pose challenges

America, an attractive region with some of

and opportunities that will require bold and

the greatest opportunities for the world's

creative thinking.

energy sector. We believe Peru reinforces the international spirit and prestige of the

At OSINERGMIN, we believe Peru to be a

Forum in various aspects. In addition to

reference in regulatory matters because

our impressive pre-Columbian cultural

of its great results. In the last decade,

heritage, our country is privileged to hold a

electricity generation has doubled and

wealth of natural resources and ecosystems

natural

increased

that permit us to envision a future for clean,

fivefold. The gap in access to energy

sustainable, natural energy. We would like

services between rural and urban sectors

to realize Peru’s potential, collaborate and

has decreased significantly from 66.2% in

learn together from experience.

gas

production

2000, to just 20% in 2016.

has

Availability and quality of local conference facilities

Lima Annual Meetings - World Bank Group - International Monetary Found

Venue Options

Our Experience

Lima Convention Center

OSINERGMIN is an independent regulation agency known for its efficiency and the technical abilities of its collaborators.

Lima's convention center has been designed with cutting edge OSINERGMIN participates actively in international organizations related to energy. It has organized

infrastructure, built on a perimeter of 10,684 m2, with four floors

two events of the ARIAE (Ibero-American Association for Energy Regulators), the organization’s Annual

of auditoriums divided into 18 rooms of varied dimensions for

Meeting and its General Assembly. And, it has also hosted three editions of the Global Energy Forum,

individual and simultaneous use, as well as furniture, equipment,

an academic event that has positioned its relevance in the national energy sector.

an area for specialized administration offices, and warehouses, among others. The Lima Convention Center can accommodate

In addition to, Peru has recently hosted the 2016 APEC Summit, during which more than 15,000

up to 10,000 people.

delegates participated in over 160 technical and specialized meetings. In 2014, the country and the city of Lima hosted the 20th COP, receiving over 121,000 high-level representatives of 195 countries in one of the world’s most important global summits on climate change.

CHAPTER 1 - LOGISTIC ArrANGEMENTS

CHAPTER 1 - LOGISTIC ArrANGEMENTS

Accessibility of the host city Availability and quality of local accommodation

AIR CONNECTIVITY

The capital of Peru is a city of contrasts. It has all the advantages of modern life and, at the same time, its 400-year-old historic center has true architectural jewels of the 17th and 18th century Baroque and Rococo.

Lima have daily direct flight to Madrid, Paris and Amsterdam and more than 470

ACCOMMODATION

weekly non-stop flights to Latin America.

Lima has conference facilities with the latest infrastructure and technology, which are ready to fulfill the requirements of any kind of national

The Jorge Chavez International Airport, an important connection hub in South America, is located 19 km from Lima's center.

or international event and to provide business travelers Lima’s

with

comfort

extensive

and

expertise

convenience. in

hosting

international conferences such as the COP20, the World Bank and IMF Meetings, and the APEC Forum has allowed us to be named by the 2016 regional edition of the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the Best Destination in South America for Meetings & Conferences.

# Hotels

In addition to our high quality hotel and airport infrastructure, Peru is a leading tourist destination thanks to our nature, heritage, culture and the increasing popularity of our cuisine. We trust that the opportunity

to

experience Peru’s many attractions will appeal to the international participants of the Forum.

CHAPTER 1 - LOGISTIC ArrANGEMENTS

CHAPTER 1 - LOGISTIC ArrANGEMENTS

Attractiveness of the host city

Solar Plant RubĂ­.Peru

Programme agenda development

The conference programme will be developed

o Competitiveness of new energy sources.

and

o Energy integration.

agreed

upon

by

the

Committees

that consist of the Regional Association

o Electrification of the energy matrix.

representatives that make up the International

o Sustainable management based on energy

Confederation of Energy Regulators (ICER).

demand: Smart Grids, Electric Vehicles, Internet

To establish a full thematic agenda, in-person

of Things and distributed generation.

meetings will be held in Lima during February

o Universal access with new technologies.

2020.

o New price regulation systems for a Smart

The historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the 7 Wonders of the world is accessible through the gateway city of Cusco, only an hour's flight from Lima.

society.

As an overall theme, OSINERGMIN proposes

o Resilience and planning.

"The

o Energy market perspectives.

Energy

Transformation

Challenge:

Competitiveness and sustainability of energy

o Challenges for Women in Energy.

markets, opportunities and achievements", which will address the following aspects:

We hope to welcome you in 2021 to the unparalleled experiences that Peru can offer, with the warmth of a country with open doors to knowledge, collaboration, and development.

La Costa Verde, Lima

CHAPTER 2 - ORGANIZATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

CHAPTER 3 - Attracting Participants to the Forum

Mistura Gastronomy Fair Archaeological Site Huaca Huallamarca

Ceviche

Fruits

Lima's Historical Center CHAPTER 3 - Attracting Participants to the Forum

CHAPTER 3 - Attracting Participants to the Forum

VIII WFER IN PERU: The Energy Transformation Challenge

CHAPTER 3 - Attracting Participants to the Forum