With Chile's diverse landscape and abundant resources, as well as its commitment to technological advancement, there are many growth and investment opportunities in dynamic sectors.

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Renewable Energy

• Chile recently signed strategic clean energy development agreements with both the United States and Canada.
• In August 2009, Chile launched a renewable energy centre to develop and promote new energy projects and best practice techniques.
• Chile has the resources for various investment opportunities in biomass, hydro, geothermal, wind, solar and tidal energy.

Global Services

• Over 60 established global services companies in Chile. Some of the most recent names include: Equifax, GE, ABB, JP Morgan and Pioneer.
• Chile is ranked as one of the safest offshore locations in the world, with a world-class telecommunications infrastructure and higher-level education.
• Chile offers opportunities in business processes, information technology, knowledge processes and innovation processes.

Biotechnology

• Through transparent regulations and economic incentives Chile has attracted approximately US$ 170 million of foreign investment in biotechnology.
• Over 200 companies and institutions are currently involved in biotechnology within Chile.

Agribusiness

• Chile is the number one exporter of fresh fruit in the southern hemisphere with US$ 2.6 billion in exports in 2007
• Chile's unique geography provides staggered harvests and off-season fruit production, offering unique global opportunities within the sector

Salmon Cluster

• Chile is the world's second largest producer of salmon, with exports of over US$ 2.4 billion in 2008.
• Chile contains numerous growth opportunities along the coastline with excellent year-round water conditions. Some of the many opportunities include fertilization and incubation of ova, fresh water breeding, smolt fattening, and infrastructure of cages and related services.

Mining Cluster

• Chile is the number one exporter of copper in the world, with US$ 37 billion planned investment in the mining industry before 2018.
• Chile is the world leader in metal and non-metal ore production.
• There are opportunities in both energy and water resources, such as communication and information technology, supplies and new materials, and maintenance services.

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For more detail on these opportunities as well as many other opportunities please visit the Opportunities section