In a context of structural transformation of the Argentine economy, marked by policies aimed at opening up and attracting investment, the energy sector is once again becoming one of the main engines of growth. In this scenario, Pluspetrol announced the submission of an application to join the Incentive Regime for Large Investments (RIGI), committing an estimated investment of USD 12 billion in the Bajo del Choique - La Invernada block, located in Vaca Muerta, in the province of Neuquén
.The initiative, developed in conjunction with Gas and Petroleum of Neuquén (GyP), contemplates an ambitious energy production and development plan in the northern region of the province. According to the firm, the project plans to achieve a production level of 100,000 barrels per day of oil through the construction of four processing plants, evacuation pipelines and the drilling of more than 600 wells over 25 years. In the company's words: “The project will thus seek to achieve a production level of 100,000 bbl/d by building 4 processing plants, evacuation pipelines and drilling more than 600 wells within 25 years
.”
The development will be structured in two clearly defined stages. The first phase will focus on the southern part of the area, where two plants and associated infrastructure will be built, with the objective of achieving a production of 50,000 barrels per day and 6 million cubic meters of gas per day. Meanwhile, the second phase will boost the northern zone, replicating investments in assets and reaching a maximum production of 100,000 barrels per day and 12 million cubic meters of gas per day. As detailed in the official statement: “In the second phase, the northern zone will be promoted, which will have similar investments in assets and expected production, making it possible to reach levels of 100,000 bbl/day and 12 mmSm³/day
of gas at its peak of production.”The company highlighted that, through “investments made in an efficient and responsible manner”, this strategy will contribute to promoting sustainable energy growth, with a favorable impact both economically and socially. In particular, they stressed that the project will benefit the community and the entire value chain of Rincón de los Sauces and the northern region
