Parex promotes the first Energy Community of the private hydrocarbons sector registered with the Ministry of Mines and Energy

Within the framework of its voluntary program “Energy for All,” Parex Resources (Colombia) AG Branch developed its first Energy Community in the municipality of Saravena, Arauca. This project included the installation of a photovoltaic solar system at the José Odel Lizarazo Villamaga Educational Institution, located in the Vías village. The institution registered with the Ministry of Mines and Energy as an Energy Community under the small-scale self-generator modality, designed to meet its own demand, specifically in the computer classroom.

The initiative, which represents an investment of nearly COP $120 million, includes a photovoltaic system with a capacity of 9.72 kWp, composed of 18 solar panels, four batteries, and three inverters, which guarantees the electricity supply in the school's computer room, strengthening the educational process of 365 students.

Additionally, Parex highlights the social commitment of its contractor Schlumberger (SLB), which joined this project by donating 24 computer equipment, a projector, an air conditioner, a printer, and furniture. Schlumberger also carried out the necessary electrical and civil works to adapt the computer lab of the institution.

“We thank you for this room equipped with photovoltaic energy, a space that will improve our students” technological skills," said Germán Augusto Ramírez, rector of the José Odel Lizarazo Villamaga Educational Institution.
Jarid Celón expressed: “We are happy to be beneficiaries of this project. We value the result and commit to making good use of the computer room.”.

In parallel, Parex and Schlumberger structured a project to provide furniture and technology for the Liceo Tame Educational Institution, whose budget was executed by the contractor Schlumberger. This initiative will positively impact 1,161 students.
In this way, the Company reaffirms its commitment to quality education and sustainable development, facilitating access to technology, connectivity, and more efficient energy sources to promote a more inclusive and equitable education in the territories.