Panama - CND Market

Scientifically-backed forecasts for a sustainable energy transition

The Panamanian electricity market operates under the model established by Law 6 of 1997, which liberalized and reorganized the electricity sector. The National Dispatch Center (CND) is responsible for coordinating the operation of the National Interconnected System (SIN) and the economic dispatch of generation units. The National Authority of Public Services (ASEP) regulates the market and supervises its operation.

Panama has traditionally relied on a generation matrix dominated by hydroelectric power, complemented by thermal plants. In recent years, the country has actively promoted the diversification of its mix with non-conventional renewable sources such as solar photovoltaic and wind power.

In the coming years, the Panamanian electricity system will continue to advance in its transformation process:

The National Energy Plan (PEN) sets the goal of achieving 70% renewable generation by 2050, with intermediate milestones for 2030.
Panama has been a pioneer in Central America in incorporating commercial-scale solar and wind energy, and continues to develop new projects through tenders and bilateral contracts.
Regional integration through the Central American Electrical Interconnection System (SIEPAC) allows for cross-border exchanges and improves supply security.
Technologies such as energy storage, microgrids, and digitalization solutions are being explored to increase system resilience and move towards a more flexible and sustainable energy model.

At AleaSoft, we have been offering services for international electricity markets, including Panama, for 27 years. We provide price, demand, and renewable production forecasts, tailored to the needs of the various stakeholders in the Panamanian electricity system.