Colbún SA engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. It owns and operates thermoelectric power stations, and hydroelectric and hydro run-of-the-river power plants. It obtains, acquires, and exploits concessions to transport, distribute, supply, and commercialize natural gas for sale for industrial or generating processes. The company was founded on April 30, 1986 and is headquartered in Las Condes, Chile.