Through Global Gateway, the European Union and Peru are driving investments and projects in transport, energy, the environment, and other sectors that create new opportunities for people and contribute to the country’s development. Because the power of being able to move forward grows when Peru and the European Union join forces.

Yamile Sánchez has made airports part of her routine. As a forestry engineer, she travels often for personal reasons, conferences, and projects related to urban forests. So when she walks through the new Jorge Chávez airport, she notices its infrastructure, how easy it is to find your way around, and what the experience is like for the people passing through.

This airport is really friendly. It makes you want to be here, it’s very comfortable. They’ve thought about the people who use it.

She also notices smoother checkpoints and better-organized waiting areas. And she points out something she finds at every turn: Peruvian identity. In the spaces, the design, and the details along the way, she feels the airport keeps reminding travelers where they are. For her, the power of being able to travel lies in doing it from a more comfortable, accessible, and connected place.

Sky, Lumière, and Xtian found something more than a video game in Dota 2. Through strategy, teamwork, and hours of practice, each of them carved out a path in a competitive scene that, for years, seemed hard to turn into a profession. 

When they learned about a wind energy project in Peru, they realized that behind computers, servers, and the internet there is something essential: sustainable energy.

That motivates them even more. Sky waited nine years for the chance to represent Peru. Lumière was about to quit the game until a team from Ica changed everything. Xtian helped found an agency that discovers new talent and helps them grow. For them, the power of being able to compete means discovering that the energy that drives their world can be transformed into a better future.

Aguaje, camu camu, taperibá, and umarí are just some of the Amazonian fruits that give Súper Frío ice cream its flavor. Paul Arias hopes that one day all of Peru will get to taste them. Founded in Pucallpa, the family business wants to grow while protecting the source of its ingredients. It has adopted sustainable practices, such as harvesting aguaje without cutting down the palm tree.

“We can’t just think about producing today. We have to conserve our raw materials so they’re still available tomorrow, for everyone.”

That path grew stronger with the support of the European Union’s Circular Economy Program “Negocios Sostenibles” (Sustainable Businesses). Specialists analyzed the company’s processes and identified opportunities to use energy more efficiently and reduce waste. For Súper Frío, the power of being able to grow means innovating, caring for the Amazon, and taking its flavors further and further.

Cristina Guzmán studies Business Administration and Marketing, works on Sundays, and volunteers. Between classes, work, family, and friends, her daily challenge is making her days in Lima stretch far enough for everything.

Since she started riding Lima Metro Line 2, she has gained precious minutes in her schedule. “Time is the most valuable thing we have.

On Line 2, she finds faster, safer, more comfortable, and more accessible transportation. When the train started running, she took her grandmother to try it. The elevators, the priority seating, and how easy it was to get around meant they could both enjoy the ride with peace of mind. For her, the power of being able to move better means having more time for her plans and her goals in life.

Peru and the European Union are working together to accelerate the transition to green energy. Together we are investing in sustainable energy programmes that make a positive impact on people’s lives today, and tomorrow. By using the power of wind, sun and water, we give power to the people of Peru.

Hello, I'm Deivid. As a passionate skateboarder, I'm always pushing my limits to improve my style and skills. But for me, it's even more about sharing moments and experiences with people like me. It's for this collective energy, and for inspiring the up-and-coming talent that I rely on public skateparks.

These illuminated skateparks are vital for the next generation of skaters to grow and reach our full potential.

After working or studying during the day, Peruvians can come to these parks to train safely and consistently. But beyond skating, these spaces are crucial for creating safe spots where young people can gather, support each other, and build a positive community around our shared passion.

Hello, I'm Cristina, a pastry chef and the founder of Beik, a specialty coffee shop in Lima. At Beik every coffee and every pastry is made with care, precision, and consistency. From our exceptional Cajamarca coffee to my handmade desserts, delivering quality day after day is everything, and it all starts with energy we can rely on. 

Reliable, clean power is essential for us to craft every coffee and pastry and to create a warm, welcoming space for everyone.

Electricity powers everything we do: espresso machines, ovens for baking and testing new recipes, and the lighting and temperature that shape the atmosphere. Beik is more than a cafe - it’s a future-proof space where craftsmanship and community continue to come together.

Supported by the European Union, the initiative aims to strengthen energy integration across the Andean region through a key electrical interconnection between Peru and Chile. The project involves linking the far south of Peru (Tacna) with the far north of Chile (Arica and Parinacota). By creating this vital connection, the project will enable cross-border electricity exchange, unlock investment opportunities for the EU private sector, and support sustainable energy development across the Andes. This will contribute to enhanced energy security and a greener energy transition for Peru and Chile in the framework of the LAC Regional Electricity Initiative. 

Backed by the European Union and private sector partners, this cross-border energy project will build a 500 kV transmission line and new substations linking Ecuador and Peru, strengthening the Andean electricity interconnection and expanding key transmission infrastructure across Peru. The interconnector will enable higher shares of renewable energy, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and improve energy efficiency and supply security for both countries. As part of the Global Gateway agenda and the LAC Regional Electricity Initiative, the project delivers concrete regional impact: more reliable power, stronger energy security, and faster progress on climate action. 

The Amazon Basin initiative and Amazonia+ programme, supported by the European Union, helps communities across the Amazon basin face climate change while contributing to a fair energy transition. By reducing deforestation and protecting biodiversity, it safeguards forests that millions rely on for food, water, and livelihoods. The programme helps cut CO₂ emissions, strengthen communities’ resilience to floods and droughts, and promote sustainable livelihoods that reduce reliance on polluting energy sources. By preserving the Amazon - one of the world’s most vital ecosystems - the initiative helps ensure cleaner air, richer biodiversity, and a long-term energy transition for the people who depend on the Amazon today and tomorrow.  

The European Union is providing support to SENACE, the Peruvian national environmental certification agency of the Ministry for Environment, to modernise and streamline environmental impact assessment approvals in Peru through digital tools and simpler procedures. This reduces delays and costs while keeping strong environmental safeguards in place. It enables key energy and infrastructure projects move forward faster and males Peru more attractive for responsible investment. 

Supported by the European Union, the Andean Electricity Integration System (SINEA) helps Peru and neighbouring countries better connect and coordinate their electricity networks. This leads to more reliable power, fewer disruptions, and more efficient use of energy across borders - helping keep costs down for citizens and businesses. By aligning rules and upgrading infrastructure, the initiative also supports renewable energy, regional cooperation, and long-term climate and growth goals.

The European Union provides support to the Regional Energy Integration Commission (CIER) to strengthen cooperation and integration across Latin America’s electricity markets. CIER helps countries align rules, promote cross-border electricity trade, and share best practices. This creates a more reliable and competitive regional power market, opens new business opportunities, and makes it easier for companies, especially in renewable energy, to invest and operate across borders.