Trading Arrangements, by Individual
Trading Arrangements, by Individual [Table]
Type of Borrower [Axis]
Type of Borrower [Axis]
Business Combination, Approximate Termination Fee
Business Combination, Approximate Termination Fee
Business Combination, Approximate Termination Fee
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Portion at Fair Value Measurement [Member]
350 Million Credit Agreement Due 2028
350 Million Credit Agreement Due 2028 [Member]
350 Million Credit Agreement Due 2028
Rexford
Rexford [Member]
Rexford
Title of 12(b) Security
Title of 12(b) Security
Carrying Amount [Member]
Reported Value Measurement [Member]
Payments to Acquire Businesses and Interest in Affiliates
Payments to Acquire Businesses and Interest in Affiliates
Loss (gain) on realized/unrealized derivatives
Loss (gain) on realized/unrealized derivatives
Loss (gain) on realized/unrealized derivatives
Gain/Loss Tables (IncludingAOCI to be recognized in next 12 months [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table]
Fair value hierarchy for nonrecurring measurements table
Fair Value Measurements, Nonrecurring [Table Text Block]
Andes Senior Unsecured Notes due 2079
Andes Senior Unsecured Notes due 2079 [Member]
Andes Senior Unsecured Notes due 2079
Financial Instrument [Axis]
Financial Instrument [Axis]
Financing Receivable, Loan in Process
Financing Receivable, Loan in Process
PENSION PLANS
Retirement Benefits [Text Block]
Loss Contingency Accrual
Aggregate reserves for claims deemed both probable and reasonably estimable
Loss Contingency Accrual
Loss on Cash Flow Hedges due to change in forecast
Loss on Cash Flow Hedges due to change in forecast
Loss on Cash Flow Hedges due to change in forecast
Guarantor Obligations, Maximum Exposure, Undiscounted
Guarantor Obligations, Maximum Exposure, Undiscounted
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses
Net proceeds received from sale of businesses
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses
Contract with Customer, Basis of Pricing [Domain]
Contract with Customer, Basis of Pricing [Domain]
Treasury Stock Acquired, Average Cost Per Share
Shares Acquired, Average Cost Per Share
BID
BID [Member]
BID
Environmental Issue
Environmental Issue [Member]
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts, Premiums and Other Receivables
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts, Premiums and Other Receivables
Short-term Leases [Policy Text Block]
Short-Term Leases [Policy Text Block]
Consolidated Entities [Domain]
Consolidated Entities [Domain]
Business Combination, Termination Fee
Business Combination, Termination Fee
Business Combination, Termination Fee
Birdseye
Birdseye [Member]
Birdseye
Asset Acquisition [Axis]
Asset Acquisition [Axis]
Exchange [Domain]
Exchange [Domain]
Non-cash [Member]
Non-cash [Member]
Non-cash [Member]
Accounting Standards Update [Axis]
Accounting Standards Update [Axis]
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
AES Clean Energy Development due 2025 [Domain]
AES Clean Energy Development due 2025 [Member]
AES Clean Energy Development due 2025
Goodwill implied fair value
Goodwill, Fair Value Disclosure
Short-Term Debt, Type [Domain]
Short-Term Debt, Type [Domain]
Lease, Cost [Abstract]
Lease, Cost [Abstract]
Entity Address, City or Town
Entity Address, City or Town
Document [Domain]
Document [Domain]
Class of Financing Receivable [Domain]
Class of Financing Receivable [Domain]
Receivables [Abstract]
Receivables [Abstract]
Commercial Paper Borrowed and Repaid
Commercial Paper Borrowed and Repaid
Commercial Paper Borrowed and Repaid
Regulated Revenue [Member]
Regulated Revenue [Member]
Regulated revenue.
Long Lived Assets Held And Used [Member]
Long Lived Assets Held And Used
Represents long-lived assets held and used.
Accounting Standards Not Yet Effective [Member]
Accounting Standards Not Yet Effective [Member]
Accounting Standards Not Yet Effective
Hoosier Wind
Hoosier Wind [Member]
Hoosier Wind
Level 2 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Total Shareholder Return Vs Peer Group
Total Shareholder Return Vs Peer Group [Text Block]
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated [Flag]
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Three
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Three
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Shares
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Shares
UNITED STATES
UNITED STATES
Other expense
Other expense
Other Expenses
Other Expenses
Other Expenses
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), after Reclassification and Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), after Reclassification and Tax
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Instruments [Table]
Gain (Loss) on Contract Termination
Gain (Loss) on Contract Termination
Class of Treasury Stock [Table]
Class of Treasury Stock [Table]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers Into Level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers Into Level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers Into Level 3
Revenue By Segment Table
Segment Reporting [Table Text Block]
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets to be Disposed of
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets to be Disposed of
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Including Noncontrolling Interest
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Including Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Assets Carrying Amount Disclosure Nonrecurring
Assets Carrying Amount Disclosure Nonrecurring
This element represents the aggregate carrying amount of the assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis by the entity before the recognition of impairment charges.
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries [Member]
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty [Table]
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty [Table]
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Issued senior notes
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Two
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Two
Net Assets
Net Assets
Commodity
Commodity [Member]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Effective Percentage
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Effective Percentage
Business Combination, Transaction Cost, Excluding Separately Recognized Transaction
Business Combination, Transaction Cost, Excluding Separately Recognized Transaction
Contributions from noncontrolling interests
Proceeds from Noncontrolling Interests
Contract with Customer, collection
Contract with Customer, collection
Contract with Customer, collection
Other Ownership Interests, Contributed Capital
Other Ownership Interests, Contributed Capital
Lessor, Operating Leases
Lessor, Operating Leases [Text Block]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Domain]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Domain]
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Finance Lease, Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term
Finance Lease, Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Operating Lease, Liability, Current
Operating Lease, Liability, Current
6.81% Senior Notes Due 2047
6.81% Senior Notes Due 2047 [Member]
6.81% Senior Notes Due 2047
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Maritza
Maritza [Member]
Maritza
Lease Income
Lease Income
Peer Group Issuers, Footnote
Peer Group Issuers, Footnote [Text Block]
Disposition/ acquisition losses
Disposition/ acquisition losses
Disposition/ acquisition losses
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Reclassification Adjustment, Tax, Attributable to Parent
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Reclassification Adjustment, Tax, Attributable to Parent
Trading Symbol
Trading Symbol
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers out of Level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers out of Level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Liability, Transfers out of Level 3
Schneider [Domain]
Schneider [Domain]
Schneider [Domain]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Line Items]
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Type [Axis]
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Type [Axis]
DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE:
Earnings Per Share, Diluted [Abstract]
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share, Options and Restrictive Stock Units
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share, Options and Restrictive Stock Units
Tax on gain (loss) on disposition of business
Tax on gain (loss) on disposition of business
Tax on gain (loss) on disposition of business
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activity, Including Discontinued Operation [Abstract]
Income Tax Disclosures [Table]
Income Tax Disclosures [Table]
Income Tax Disclosures [Table]
Junior Notes
Junior Notes [Member]
Cross currency derivatives [Member]
Cross Currency [Domain]
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Equity Valuation Assumption Difference, Footnote
Equity Valuation Assumption Difference, Footnote [Text Block]
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Two
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Two
Loss from Catastrophes
Loss from Catastrophes
Credit Loss [Abstract]
Business Combination, Goodwill, Expected Tax Deductible, Amount
Business Combination, Goodwill, Expected Tax Deductible, Amount
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table Text Block]
DISPOSITIONS AND HELD-FOR-SALE BUSINESSES
Held-for-sale and Dispositions [Text Block]
Held-for-sale and Dispositions [Text Block]
Total noncurrent assets
Assets, Noncurrent, Other than Noncurrent Investments and Property, Plant and Equipment
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Current Conversion Rate
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Current Conversion Rate
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Current Conversion Rate
Operating margin
Operating loss
Gross Profit
Finance Lease, Liability, Undiscounted Excess Amount
Finance Lease, Liability, Undiscounted Excess Amount
Disclosure of Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale [Table Text Block]
Long-Lived Asset, Held-for-Sale [Table Text Block]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent
Asset Retirement Obligation, Liabilities Incurred
Asset Retirement Obligation, Liabilities Incurred
Fair value option liabilities activity:
Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale [Abstract]
INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Allowance for Credit Loss, Receivable, Other, Current
Allowance for Credit Loss, Receivable, Other, Current
Legal Entity Type of Counterparty [Domain]
Legal Entity Type of Counterparty [Domain]
Valuation, Income Approach [Member]
Valuation, Income Approach [Member]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Defined Benefit Plan, Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, after Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Defined Benefit Plan, Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, after Tax
Contributions from noncontrolling interests
Capital Contributions From Noncontrolling Interests
Amount of capital contributions from a noncontrolling interest.
Other Ownership Interests, Name [Domain]
Other Ownership Interests, Name [Domain]
Derivative, Forward Exchange Rate
Derivative, Forward Exchange Rate
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset
Finance Lease Liabilities, Gross Difference, Amount [Abstract]
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Gross Difference [Abstract]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Axis]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Axis]
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Deconsolidation, Revaluation of Retained Investment, Gain (Loss), Amount
Deconsolidation, Revaluation of Retained Investment, Gain (Loss), Amount
Mercury Chile HoldCo LLC
Mercury Chile HoldCo LLC [Member]
Mercury Chile HoldCo LLC
Payments for financed capital expenditures
Payments For Financed Capital Expenditures
Cash outflows associated with the repayment of financed capital expenditures (operating payables outstanding for greater than 90 days).
Repayments of recourse debt
Repayments Of Recourse Debt
Cash outflows associated with repayments of recourse debt.
Pre-tax income of disposed businesses, Excluding gain on disposal, included in continuing operations
Pre-tax income of disposed businesses, Excluding gain on disposal, included in continuing operations
Pre-tax income of disposed businesses, Excluding gain on disposal, included in continuing operations
Total equity
Beginning Balance
Ending Balance
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Loss Contingency, Estimate of Possible Loss
Loss Contingency, Estimate of Possible Loss
Aggregate Pension Adjustments Service Cost
Aggregate Pension Adjustments Service Cost [Member]
Derivative Tables [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
3.30% Senior Notes due 2025 [Domain]
3.30% Senior Notes due 2025 [Domain]
3.30% Senior Notes due 2025 [Domain]
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activity, Including Discontinued Operation [Abstract]
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, to be Received, after Year Five
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received, after Year Five
Investment Tax Credit Allocation [Domain]
Investment Tax Credit Allocation [Domain]
Investment Tax Credit Allocation [Domain]
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year One
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year One
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Pre-tax income of disposed businesses, Excluding gain (loss) on disposal and impairments, included in continuing operations [Table Text Block]
Pre-tax income of disposed businesses, Excluding gain (loss) on disposal and impairments, included in continuing operations [Table Text Block]
Pre-tax income of disposed businesses, Excluding gain (loss) on disposal and impairments, included in continuing operations [Table Text Block]
Temporary Equity [Line Items]
Temporary Equity [Line Items]
Andes Junior Notes due 2055
Andes Junior Notes due 2055 [Member]
Andes Junior Notes due 2055
Proceeds from Sale and Collection of Receivables
Proceeds from Sale and Collection of Receivables
Unusual Risks and Uncertainties [Table Text Block]
Risks and Uncertainties [Text Block]
Risks and Uncertainties [Text Block]
Senior Notes due 2032
Senior Notes due 2032 [Member]
Senior Notes due 2032
Secured Debt [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Foreign Currency Contract, Asset, Fair Value Disclosure
Foreign Currency Contract, Asset, Fair Value Disclosure
Sale of Stock, Percentage of Ownership before Transaction
Sale of Stock, Percentage of Ownership before Transaction
Asset Acquisition of a VIE, Contingent Consideration, Remeasurement Gain
Asset Acquisition of a VIE, Contingent Consideration, Remeasurement Gain
Asset Acquisition of a VIE, Contingent Consideration, Remeasurement Gain
Business Combination, Achieved in Stages, Preacquisition Equity Interest in Acquiree, Remeasurement, Loss
Business Combination, Achieved in Stages, Preacquisition Equity Interest in Acquiree, Remeasurement, Loss
Finance Lease, Weighted Average Discount Rate, Percent
Finance Lease, Weighted Average Discount Rate, Percent
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments
Euro Member Countries, Euro
Euro Member Countries, Euro
Covenant Violation [Member]
Covenant Violation [Member]
Debt default due to covenant violation.
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Accounting Standards Update 2020-06
Accounting Standards Update 2020-06 [Member]
Entity Listings, Exchange [Axis]
Entity Listings, Exchange [Axis]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates Categorization [Domain]
Investment, Issuer Affiliation [Domain]
Deferred income tax expense (benefit), net of tax credit transfers allocated to AES
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Private Placement
Private Placement [Member]
Emissions Allowance Expense
Emissions Allowance Expense
Emissions Allowance Expense
Noncurrent held-for-sale liabilities
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Liabilities, Noncurrent
AES Clean Energy and sPower (co-borrowers)
AES Clean Energy and sPower (co-borrowers) [Member]
AES Clean Energy and sPower (co-borrowers)
Financing Receivable Portfolio Segment [Domain]
Financing Receivable Portfolio Segment [Domain]
Gener Subsidiary [Member]
Gener Subsidiary [Member]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Segment Reporting, Entity-Wide Information Not Provided as Part of Reportable Segment, Geographical Area, Revenue and Long-Lived Asset [Line Items]
Segment Reporting, Entity-Wide Information Not Provided as Part of Reportable Segment, Geographical Area, Revenue and Long-Lived Asset [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Number of strategic business units
Number of Operating Segments
Sale of short-term investments
Proceeds from Sale of Short-Term Investments
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
1.375% Senior Notes due 2026 [Domain]
1.375% Senior Notes due 2026 [Domain]
1.375% Senior Notes due 2026
Dividends or Other Earnings Paid on Equity Awards not Otherwise Reflected in Total Compensation for Covered Year
Dividends or Other Earnings Paid on Equity Awards not Otherwise Reflected in Total Compensation for Covered Year [Member]
Asset Retirement Obligation, Cash Paid to Settle
Asset Retirement Obligation, Cash Paid to Settle
Income from continuing operations, diluted
Income Loss From Continuing Operations Diluted
Income from continuing operations attributable to the parent plus adjustments resulting from the assumption that dilutive convertible securities were converted, options or warrants were exercised, or that other shares were issued upon the satisfaction of certain conditions.
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Liabilities
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Liabilities
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax
Sales-type Lease, Variable Lease Income
Sales-type Lease, Variable Lease Income
Fair Value Hierarchy and NAV [Axis]
Fair Value Hierarchy and NAV [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member]
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member]
All Individuals
All Individuals [Member]
Colon [Domain]
Colon [Domain]
Colon [Domain]
Commitments and Contingencies, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Equity Interest
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Equity Interest
Bellefield Financing Agreement due 2026
Bellefield Financing Agreement due 2026 [Member]
Bellefield Financing Agreement due 2026
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
Business Combination [Abstract]
Business Combination [Abstract]
Debt Purpose [Domain]
Debt Purpose [Domain]
[Domain] for Debt Purpose [Axis]
PR Senior Secured Bonds due 2028
PR Senior Secured Bonds due 2028 [Member]
PR Senior Secured Bonds due 2028
Lease Obligation Incurred
Lease Obligation Incurred
Operating Segments [Member]
Operating Segments [Member]
AES Ohio FM Bonds due 2030 [Member]
AES Ohio FM Bonds due 2030 [Member]
AES Ohio FM Bonds due 2030
Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value, Amount
Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value, Amount
Non Recourse Debt Total
Business Combination, Recognized Liability Assumed, Liability
Bolero Solar Park
Bolero Solar Park [Member]
Bolero Solar Park
Energy [Domain]
Energy [Domain]
Commodity Contract Asset, Current
Commodity Contract Asset, Current
Non-recourse debt
Non Recourse Debt Current
The current portion of the entity's non-recourse debt. Non-recourse debt is secured by the capital stock, physical assets, contracts and cash flows of the related subsidiary. The risk is limited to the respective subsidiary business and is without recourse to the Parent Company and other subsidiaries.
PEO
PEO [Member]
Debt, Long-Term and Short-Term, Combined Amount
Debt, Long-Term and Short-Term, Combined Amount
Increase in redemption value of redeemable stock of subsidiaries, per basic share
Increase in redemption value of redeemable stock of subsidiaries, per basic share
Adjustment related to the increase of the carrying value of redeemable stock as a result of a non-fair value redemption feature., per basic share
Other noncurrent liabilities
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Noncontrolling Interest in Variable Interest Entity
Noncontrolling Interest in Variable Interest Entity
Accounts Receivable, Noncurrent, Accrued Interest, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Accounts Receivable, Noncurrent, Accrued Interest, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Forgone Recovery due to Violation of Home Country Law, Amount
Forgone Recovery due to Violation of Home Country Law, Amount
Type Of Debt Default [Axis]
Type Of Debt Default [Axis]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, after Year Five
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, after Year Five
Fair Value of Assets Acquired
Fair Value of Assets Acquired
Disposition of business interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Deconsolidation
AES Puerto Rico
AES Puerto Rico [Member]
AES Puerto Rico
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Energy Infrastructure
Energy Infrastructure [Member]
Energy Infrastructure
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
65 Million Term Loan due 2020 [Domain]
65 Million Term Loan due 2020 [Domain]
65 Million Term Loan due 2020 [Domain]
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]
Corporate Debt Securities [Member]
Interest Rate And Cross Currency Derivatives By Type Table
Interest Rate, Cross Currency Swap, and Foreign Currency Derivatives By Type [Table Text Block] [Table Text Block]
This element represents a table which sets forth, by type of interest rate and cross currency derivative, the current and maximum outstanding notional, weighted average remaining term and percentage of variable-rate debt hedged at the balance sheet date, regardless of whether the derivative instruments are in qualifying cash flow hedging relationships. As well as, a table which sets for, by type of foreign currency denomination, the outstanding notionals over the remaining terms of the foreign currency derivative instruments at the balance sheet date, regardless of whether the derivative instruments are in qualifying hedging relationships.
Financing Receivable
Financing Receivable [Member]
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity [Abstract]
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity [Abstract]
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity [Abstract]
Equity Method Investment, Difference Between Carrying Amount and Underlying Equity
Equity Method Investment, Difference Between Carrying Amount and Underlying Equity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Other [Member]
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Other
Sales-type Lease, Lease Income [Table Text Block]
Sales-type Lease, Lease Income [Table Text Block]
Litigation [Member]
Litigation [Member]
Litigation [Member]
Equity Awards Adjustments, Footnote
Equity Awards Adjustments, Footnote [Text Block]
Revolving Facility2027
Revolving Facility2027 [Member]
Revolving Facility2027
Measurement Input, Entity Credit Risk [Member]
Measurement Input, Entity Credit Risk [Member]
Lafayette Solar
Lafayette Solar [Member]
Lafayette Solar
Andes Senior Notes due 2029
Andes Senior Notes due 2029 [Member]
Andes Senior Notes due 2029
Non-regulated revenue [Member]
Non-regulated revenue [Member]
Non-regulated revenue [Member]
Schedule of other expense [Line Items]
Schedule of other operating expense [Line Items]
Schedule of other operating expense [Line Items]
CDPQ
CDPQ [Member]
CDPQ
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Amount
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Amount
Debt service reserves and other deposits
Debt service reserves and other deposits
Reserves set aside for servicing of debt, and other deposit assets.
Investment Income, Dividend
Investment Income, Dividend
Other Current Assets, Allowance
Other Current Assets, Allowance
Other Current Assets, Allowance
Derivative activity:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), after Reclassification and Tax [Abstract]
Total Adjusted EBITDA
Total Adjusted EBITDA
Total Adjusted EBITDA
Loan Guarantee from government
Loan Guarantee from government
Loan Guarantee from government
Liability derecognized due to sale of assets
Liability derecognized due to sale of assets
Liability derecognized due to sale of assets
Collateral Held [Axis]
Collateral Held [Axis]
Proceeds from Collection of Advance to Affiliate
Proceeds from Collection of Advance to Affiliate
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Dividends in Excess of Retained Earnings
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Dividends in Excess of Retained Earnings
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two-Class Method [Table]
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two-Class Method [Table]
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted [Flag]
Other Entity [Member]
Other Entity [Member]
Other Entity [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Commercial Paper Maximum Borrowings
Commercial Paper Maximum Borrowings
Commercial Paper Maximum Borrowings
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset Value
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset Value
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
Currency [Axis]
Currency [Axis]
Product and Service [Domain]
Product and Service [Domain]
Equity Method Investment, Purchase Price Agreement
Equity Method Investment, Purchase Price Agreement
Equity Method Investment, Purchase Price Agreement
Gains (Losses) Recognized in Earnings (not designated as hedging instruments)
Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Gain (Loss), Net
AES Sul [Member]
AES Sul [Member]
AES Sul
Kazakhstan Hydro [Member]
Kazakhstan Hydro [Member]
Kazakhstan Hydro
Noncontrolling Interest [Table]
Noncontrolling Interest [Table]
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Total Shareholder Return
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Total Shareholder Return [Text Block]
Other Noncurrent Assets, Allowance
Other Noncurrent Assets, Allowance
Other Noncurrent Assets, Allowance
AES Clean Energy and sPower (co-issuers)
AES Clean Energy and sPower (co-issuers) [Member]
AES Clean Energy and sPower (co-issuers)
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Line of Credit Facility, Lender [Domain]
Derivative Asset, Current
Derivative Asset, Current
Accrued and other liabilities
Accrued Liabilities, Current
Norgener
Norgener [Member]
Norgener
Ownership percentage in project
Ownership percentage in project
Ownership percentage in project
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Purchases
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Purchases
Cash Available for Distributions
Cash Available for Distributions
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Assets
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Assets
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Goodwill [Table]
Additional Paid in Capital, Preferred Stock
Additional Paid in Capital, Preferred Stock
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Forward Rate Per Share
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Forward Rate Per Share
Pay vs Performance Disclosure, Table
Pay vs Performance [Table Text Block]
Arrangement Duration
Trading Arrangement Duration
Jordan (IPP1 & IPP4)
Jordan (IPP1 & IPP4) [Member]
Jordan (IPP1 & IPP4)
Angamos [Member]
Angamos [Member]
Angamos [Member]
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code
Total Revenue
Revenue
Revenues
Equity Method Investment, Realized Gain (Loss) on Disposal (less than)
Equity Method Investment, Realized Gain (Loss) on Disposal
Finance Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Amortization
Finance Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Amortization
Less: Income taxes expense (benefit), interest expense (income) and depreciation and amortization from equity affiliates
Less: Income taxes expense (benefit), interest expense (income) and depreciation, amortization, and accretion of AROs from equity affiliates
Less: Income taxes expense (benefit), interest expense (income) and depreciation, amortization, and accretion of AROs from equity affiliates
Spare parts and supplies
Inventory, Supplies, Net of Reserves
Supplier Finance Program, Obligation
Supplier Finance Program, Obligation
900 Million Senior Notes Due 2028
900 Million Senior Notes Due 2028 [Member]
900 Million Senior Notes Due 2028
Finance Lease, Interest Expense
Finance Lease, Interest Expense
AES Argentina [Member]
AES Argentina [Member]
AES Argentina [Member]
Restricted Cash
Restricted Cash
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payments to be Received
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received
IPALCO Notes due 2034
IPALCO Notes due 2034 [Member]
IPALCO Notes due 2034
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates Categorization [Axis]
Investment, Issuer Affiliation [Axis]
Noncash consideration transferred for AES Clean Energy acquisitions (see Note 25)
Contribution of Property
Payment for Contingent Consideration Liability, Financing Activities
Payment for Contingent Consideration Liability, Financing Activities
Equity Unit Purchase Agreements
Equity Unit Purchase Agreements [Member]
Liability Class [Axis]
Liability Class [Axis]
Restricted Cash and Debt Service Reserves Type [Axis]
Restricted Cash and Debt Service Reserves Type [Axis]
Restricted Cash and Debt Service Reserves Type
AES Hispanola Holdings BV
AES Hispanola Holdings BV [Member]
AES Hispanola Holdings BV
Mong Duong Subsidiary [Member]
Mong Duong Subsidiary [Member]
Mong Duong Subsidiary [Member]
Buffalo Gap [Member]
Buffalo Gap [Member]
Buffalo Gap [Member]
Schedule Of Amounts Reclassified Out Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table Text Block]
Non-NEOs
Non-NEOs [Member]
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Gross
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Gross
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage
200 Million Term Loan due September 2024 [Domain]
200 Million Term Loan due September 2024 [Domain]
200 Million Term Loan due September 2024
Long Lived Assets held and Used
Long Lived Assets held and Used [Member]
Long Lived Assets held and Used
Regulated and Unregulated Operation [Domain]
Regulated and Unregulated Operation [Domain]
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred, Contingent Consideration
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred, Contingent Consideration
Investment, Name [Domain]
Investment, Name [Domain]
Interest income recognized under service concession arrangements
Interest income recognized under service concession arrangements
Interest income recognized under service concession arrangements
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-Term Debt, Type [Domain]
Equity, Class of Treasury Stock [Line Items]
Equity, Class of Treasury Stock [Line Items]
Non-recourse debt
Non Recourse Debt Non Current
The non-current portion of the entity's non-recourse debt. Non-recourse debt is secured by the capital stock, physical assets, contracts and cash flows of the related subsidiary. The risk is limited to the respective subsidiary business and is without recourse to the Parent Company and other subsidiaries.
Mong Duong Financing SPV
Mong Duong Financing SPV [Member]
Mong Duong Financing SPV
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses, Period Increase (Decrease)
Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses, Period Increase (Decrease)
Debt Maturity by Year [Axis]
Debt Maturity by Year [Axis]
Debt Maturity by Year
Restricted Cash and Debt Service Reserves Type [Domain]
Restricted Cash and Debt Service Reserves Type [Domain]
Restricted Cash and Debt Service Reserves Type [Domain]
Named Executive Officers, Footnote
Named Executive Officers, Footnote [Text Block]
Sales-type Lease, Interest Income
Sales-type Lease, Interest Income
Commercial Paper, Average Outstanding
Commercial Paper, Average Outstanding
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Product and Service [Axis]
Product and Service [Axis]
Liquidity [Member]
Liquidity [Member]
Liquidity [Member]
Debt service reserves and other deposits
Restricted Cash, Noncurrent
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Change in Contingent Consideration, Liability, Increase (Decrease)
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Change in Contingent Consideration, Liability, Increase (Decrease)
Awards Close in Time to MNPI Disclosures
Awards Close in Time to MNPI Disclosures [Table]
Common Stock [Member]
Common Stock [Member]
Operating Lease, Lease Income [Table Text Block]
Operating Lease, Lease Income [Table Text Block]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale, Name [Domain]
Long-Lived Assets Held-for-Sale, Name [Domain]
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Requisite Service Period
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Requisite Service Period
Forward Contract Indexed to Equity, Settlement, Cash, Amount
Forward Contract Indexed to Equity, Settlement, Cash, Amount
Accounting Standards Update [Domain]
Accounting Standards Update [Domain]
IPL Term Loan Due 2024
IPL Term Loan Due 2024 [Member]
IPL Term Loan Due 2024
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Shares Issuable
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Shares Issuable
NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS
Equity, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Asset Class [Axis]
Asset Class [Axis]
Asset Class [Axis]
Restructuring Charges
Restructuring Charges
AES AGIC Holdings
AES AGIC Holdings [Member]
AES AGIC Holdings
Tabular List, Table
Tabular List [Table Text Block]
Name
Awards Close in Time to MNPI Disclosures, Individual Name
Line of Credit Facility, Average Outstanding Amount
Line of Credit Facility, Average Outstanding Amount
Year-end Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted in Covered Year that are Outstanding and Unvested
Year-end Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted in Covered Year that are Outstanding and Unvested [Member]
Electric Transmission [Member]
Electric Distribution [Member]
NONCURRENT ASSETS
Assets, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Member]
Financing Receivable Portfolio Segment [Axis]
Financing Receivable Portfolio Segment [Axis]
Commodity Derivatives [Axis]
Commodity Derivatives [Axis]
Information pertinent to an understanding of a commodity derivative or group of derivatives on a disaggregated basis, such as for individual instruments, or small groups of similar instruments, by such instrument or grouping.
Calhoun
Calhoun [Member]
Calhoun
Adjustment to Compensation:
Adjustment to Compensation [Axis]
Reclassifications of Temporary to Permanent Equity
Reclassifications of Temporary to Permanent Equity
Contingent Consideration
Contingent Consideration [Member]
Contingent Consideration
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated [Flag]
Aggregate Erroneous Compensation Amount
Aggregate Erroneous Compensation Amount
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses and Interests in Affiliates
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses and Interests in Affiliates
Restructuring and Related Activities Disclosure
Restructuring and Related Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
TEG
TEG [Member]
TEG
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Five
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Five
Line of Credit Facility, Increase (Decrease), Net
Line of Credit Facility, Increase (Decrease), Net
Name
Measure Name
Fair Value, Measurements, Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy and NAV [Domain]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Period Increase (Decrease)
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Period Increase (Decrease)
Non-Recourse Debt, Noncurrent Balance
Non-Recourse Debt, Noncurrent Balance
The non-current portion of the entity's non-recourse debt. Non-recourse debt is secured by the capital stock, physical assets, contracts and cash flows of the related subsidiary. The risk is limited to the respective subsidiary business and is without recourse to the Parent Company and other subsidiaries.
Corporate and Other [Member]
Corporate Segment and Other Operating Segment [Member]
MCAC [Member]
MCAC [Member]
MCAC [Member]
Redeemable Stock of Subsidiaries [Abstract]
Redeemable Stock of Subsidiaries [Abstract]
Redeemable Stock of Subsidiaries [Abstract]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Domain]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Domain]
Goodwill impairment expense
Goodwill, Impairment Loss
Indirect Ownership Percentage in Subsidiary by Parent
Indirect Ownership Percentage in Subsidiary by Parent
Indirect Ownership Percentage in Subsidiary by Parent
Asset Acquisition, Indemnification Asset, Amount
Asset Acquisition, Indemnification Asset, Amount
Foreign Currency Exchange Rate, Translation
Foreign Currency Exchange Rate, Translation
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term
sPower [Member]
sPower [Member]
sPower [Member]
Non-PEO NEO
Non-PEO NEO [Member]
Accumulated Amortization on PP&E
Accumulated Amortization on PP&E [Member]
Accumulated Amortization on PP&E
Other Income and Other Expense Disclosure [Text Block]
Other Income and Other Expense Disclosure [Text Block]
EFFECT OF DILUTIVE SECURITIES
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Temporary Equity, by Class of Stock [Table]
Temporary Equity, by Class of Stock [Table]
Cost of Product and Service Sold
Cost of Product and Service Sold
Forgone Recovery, Explanation of Impracticability
Forgone Recovery, Explanation of Impracticability [Text Block]
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Two
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Two
Erroneous Compensation Analysis
Erroneous Compensation Analysis [Text Block]
Bridge Loan
Bridge Loan [Member]
Restatement Determination Date:
Restatement Determination Date [Axis]
Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common stockholders (Income)
Income from continuing operations available to The AES Corporation common stockholders
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Pension Benefits Adjustments, Footnote
Pension Benefits Adjustments, Footnote [Text Block]
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share, Dilutive Convertible Securities
Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share, Dilutive Convertible Securities
Materiality Threshold for Sub Default to Trigger Cross Default
Materiality Threshold for Sub Default to Trigger Cross Default
Materiality Threshold for Sub Default to Trigger Cross Default
Customer [Axis]
Customer [Axis]
Changuinola [Member]
Changuinola [Member]
Changuinola
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year One
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year One
Investments In and Advances to Affiliates Financial Information
Schedule of Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Table Text Block]
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Commercial Paper
Proceeds from (Repayments of) Commercial Paper
Restatement Determination Date
Restatement Determination Date
Preferred Shares in AES Guayama Holdings
Preferred Shares in AES Guayama Holdings [Member]
Preferred Shares in AES Guayama Holdings
Expected return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Return (Loss) on Plan Assets
Unrecognized Equity Method Loss
Loss from Equity Method Investment Not Recognized
Loss from Equity Method Investment Not Recognized
FINANCING RECEIVABLES
Financing Receivables [Text Block]
Proceeds from Sale of Equity Method Investments
Proceeds from Sale of Equity Method Investments
Itabo Opco [Member]
Itabo Opco [Member]
Itabo Opco [Member]
Equity Method Investment, Amount Sold
Equity Method Investment, Amount Sold
Disposal Group Classification [Axis]
Disposal Group Classification [Axis]
Proceeds from Contributed Capital
Proceeds from Contributed Capital
Standby Letters of Credit [Member]
Standby Letters of Credit [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Table]
Loss Contingencies [Table]
Investments [Domain]
Investments [Domain]
Corporate Unit, Notional Value
Corporate Unit, Notional Value
Corporate Unit, Notional Value
Disposal Group, Held-for-sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Disposal Group, Held-for-Sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Total noncurrent liabilities
Liabilities, Noncurrent
Sales-type Lease, Selling Profit (Loss)
Sales-type Lease, Selling Profit (Loss)
Adjustment to Non-PEO NEO Compensation Footnote
Adjustment to Non-PEO NEO Compensation Footnote [Text Block]
PEO Total Compensation Amount
PEO Total Compensation Amount
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Allowance for Other Receivables
Allowance for Other Receivables
Share Repurchase Program [Domain]
Share Repurchase Program [Domain]
Derivatives, notional amount
Derivative, Notional Amount
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations [Line Items]
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations [Line Items]
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations [Line Items]
Fair Value By Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Acquisitions of noncontrolling interests
Payments to Acquire Additional Interest in Subsidiaries
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Four
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Four
Regulatory Liability [Axis]
Regulatory Liability [Axis]
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred
Mount Olive Solar
Mount Olive Solar [Member]
Mount Olive Solar
Equity Method Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Equity Method Investments, Fair Value Disclosure
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Information [Line Items]
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Temporary equity, Issuance of preferred shares in subsidiaries
Temporary equity, Issuance of preferred shares in subsidiaries
Temporary equity, Issuance of preferred shares in subsidiaries
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic
Discontinued Operations, Held-for-sale or Disposed of by Sale [Member]
Discontinued Operations, Held-for-Sale or Disposed of by Sale [Member]
3.45% Senior Notes due 2020 [Domain]
3.45% Senior Notes due 2020 [Domain]
3.45% Senior Notes due 2020 [Domain]
Treasury Stock, Value
Treasury Stock, Value
Treasury Stock, Value
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA
Derivative Assets Liabilities At Fair Value Net By Balance Sheet Classification And Type Table
Derivative Assets Liabilities At Fair Value Net By Balance Sheet Classification [Table Text Block]
This element represents a table which sets forth the fair value and balance sheet classification of derivative instruments at the balance sheet date separately for derivative instruments designated as hedging instruments and derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments.
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Property Plant Equipment
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Property Plant Equipment
AOCI to be recognized in next 12 months table
Other Comprehensive Income Loss Before Tax Expected Increase Decrease Next Twelve Months [Abstract]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Unsecured Debt [Member]
Unsecured Debt [Member]
Long-Term Debt
Long-Term Debt
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Adjustment to Reconcile Net Income to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activity, Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Net cash used in investing activities
Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activity, Including Discontinued Operation
Accounts and Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Accounts and Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Entity Listing, Description
Security Exchange Name
Lessee Disclosure [Abstract]
Lessee Disclosure [Abstract]
Noncash distributions to noncontrolling interests
Noncash distributions to noncontrolling interests
Noncash distributions to noncontrolling interests
Credit Loss Status [Domain]
Credit Loss Status [Domain]
Shady Point [Member]
Shady Point [Member]
Shady Point [Member]
Cajuina Wind Complex
Cajuina Wind Complex [Member]
Cajuina Wind Complex
Financing Receivable, before Allowance for Credit Loss
Financing Receivable, before Allowance for Credit Loss
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations [Table]
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations [Table]
Schedule summarizing the Parent Company's contingent contractual obligations.
Accrued interest
Interest Payable, Current
Segment Reporting
Segment Reporting, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Abstract]
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Geographical [Domain]
Segment Geographical [Domain]
Geographical [Domain]
Prior Year End Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted in Any Prior Year that Fail to Meet Applicable Vesting Conditions During Covered Year
Prior Year End Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted in Any Prior Year that Fail to Meet Applicable Vesting Conditions During Covered Year [Member]
Pension Adjustments Prior Service Cost
Pension Adjustments Prior Service Cost [Member]
Repayments of non-recourse debt
Repayments Of Nonrecourse Debt
Cash outflows associated with repayments of non-recourse debt.
Impairment losses
Impairment losses
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Gain (Loss) from Disposal of Discontinued Operation
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Gain (Loss) from Disposal of Discontinued Operation
Non-recourse debt
Non-Recourse Debt, Current Balance
The current portion of the entity's non-recourse debt. Non-recourse debt is secured by the capital stock, physical assets, contracts and cash flows of the related subsidiary. The risk is limited to the respective subsidiary business and is without recourse to the Parent Company and other subsidiaries.
Financing Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Current
Financing Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Current
PR Series A Bond due 2026
PR Series A Bond due 2026 [Member]
PR Series A Bond due 2026
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
Debt Securities [Member]
Debt Securities [Member]
Asset Class [Domain]
Asset Class [Domain]
Reclassifications Between Temporary and Permanent Equity
Reclassifications Between Temporary and Permanent Equity
Beginning Balance (Shares)
Ending Balance (Shares)
Shares, Issued
Shares, Issued
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Other noncurrent assets, excluding ROU assets for operating leases
Other noncurrent assets, excluding ROU assets for operating leases
Other noncurrent assets, excluding ROU assets for operating leases
Underlying Security Market Price Change
Underlying Security Market Price Change, Percent
Income (Loss) from Individually Significant Component Disposed of or Held-for-Sale, Excluding Discontinued Operations, before Income Tax
Income (Loss) from Individually Significant Component Disposed of or Held-for-Sale, Excluding Discontinued Operations, before Income Tax
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Sale of Stock, Description of Transaction
Sale of Stock, Description of Transaction
Unfavorable Regulatory Action [Member]
Unfavorable Regulatory Action [Member]
Pension employer contributions
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Contributions by Employer
Restricted Cash [Member]
Restricted Cash [Member]
Restricted Cash
Treasury Stock, Common
Treasury Stock, Common [Member]
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Severance Costs
Severance Costs
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Intangible Asset, Indefinite-Lived, Class [Domain]
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Gross Profit (Loss)
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Gross Profit (Loss)
Unrecognized tax benefit, net of allowance
Unrecognized tax benefit, net of allowance
Unrecognized tax benefit, net of allowance
Asset Acquisition, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Asset Acquisition, Contingent Consideration, Liability
US Government Debt Securities
US Government Debt Securities [Member]
Preferred Shares Conversion Option
Preferred Shares Conversion Option
Preferred Shares Conversion Option
Contributions and loans to equity affiliates
Contributions and loans to equity affiliates
Payments for Advance to Affiliate
Net Periodic Benefit Cost Table
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Equity, Carrying Amount
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Equity, Carrying Amount
Conversion of Stock, Amount Issued
Conversion of Stock, Amount Issued
Pension activity:
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Reclassification Adjustment, after Tax [Abstract]
Ventanas
Ventanas [Member]
Ventanas
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Conversion Price
Preferred Stock, Convertible, Conversion Price
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, Attributable to Parent
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, Attributable to Parent [Member]
Debt Instrument, Debt Default, Description of Notice of Default
Debt Instrument, Debt Default, Description of Notice of Default
SEGMENTS
Segment Reporting [Text Block]
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table Text Block]
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table Text Block]
Income from continuing operations available to The AES Corporation common stockholders
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Diluted Share
Income from continuing operations available to The AES Corporation common stockholders
Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common stockholders (Per Share)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Per Basic Share
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted [Flag]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Axis]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Axis]
Derivative [Member]
Derivative [Member]
Business Combination [Line Items]
Business Combination [Line Items]
Variable Interest Entity, Terms of Arrangements
Variable Interest Entity, Terms of Arrangements
Common Stock, Shares Subscribed but Unissued
Common Stock, Shares Subscribed but Unissued
Total pension cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit)
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit)
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Table]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Table]
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares Authorized
AES Corp
AES Corp [Member]
AES Corp
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Operating Lease Liabilities, Gross Difference, Amount [Abstract]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Gross Difference [Abstract]
Sale of Stock, Number of Shares Issued in Transaction
Sale of Stock, Number of Shares Issued in Transaction
Separation of Lease and Nonlease Components [Policy Text Block]
Separation of Lease and Nonlease Components [Policy Text Block]
Asset Retirement Obligation Disclosure [Abstract]
Asset Retirement Obligation Disclosure [Abstract]
Exercise Price
Award Exercise Price
Restructuring Cost [Table]
Restructuring Cost [Table]
Business Combination, Achieved in Stages, Preacquisition Equity Interest in Acquiree, Remeasurement, Gain
Business Combination, Achieved in Stages, Preacquisition Equity Interest in Acquiree, Remeasurement, Gain
Nebras Power Q.S.C [Member]
Nebras Power Q.S.C [Member]
Nebras Power Q.S.C [Member]
Document Quarterly Report
Document Quarterly Report
Year-over-Year Change in Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted in Prior Years That are Outstanding and Unvested
Year-over-Year Change in Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted in Prior Years That are Outstanding and Unvested [Member]
Increase (decrease) in income tax payables, net, and other tax payables
Increase (Decrease) in Income Taxes Payable, Net of Income Taxes Receivable
INCOME (LOSS) FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE TAXES AND EQUITY IN EARNINGS OF AFFILIATES
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Noncontrolling Interest
Investment Owned, at Cost
Investment Owned, Cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit), Gain (Loss) Due to Curtailment
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit), Gain (Loss) Due to Curtailment
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Repayments of Long-Term Debt
Equity Method Investments
Equity Method Investments
Foreign currency derivatives [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Capital Contribution to Project
Capital Contribution to Project
Capital Contribution to Project
Adoption Date
Trading Arrangement Adoption Date
Schedule of other Income and other expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Table Text Block]
AES Puerto Rico Solar
AES Puerto Rico Solar [Member]
AES Puerto Rico Solar
Proceeds from Issuance or Sale of Equity
Proceeds from Issuance or Sale of Equity
Libor and Euribor [Member]
Libor and Euribor [Member]
Libor and Euribor [Member]
Restatement does not require Recovery
Restatement Does Not Require Recovery [Text Block]
Lease Liability, Operating and Financing
Lease Liability, Operating and Financing
Lease Liability, Operating and Financing. Subtotal of Operating and Financing lease liability to support lease disclosure.
Compensation from Concession Agreement
Compensation from Concession Agreement [Member]
Compensation from Concession Agreement
Finance Lease, Liability
Finance Lease, Liability
Andes Senior Unsecured Notes due 2025
Andes Senior Unsecured Notes due 2025 [Member]
Andes Senior Unsecured Notes due 2025
Other financing
Proceeds from (Payment for) Other Financing Activity
Great Cove
Great Cove [Member]
Great Cove
Payments for Construction in Process
Payments for Construction in Process
Derivative Instruments Gain Loss [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Business Combination [Domain]
Business Combination [Domain]
Noncash or Part Noncash Divestiture, Amount of Consideration Received
Noncash or Part Noncash Divestiture, Amount of Consideration Received
Net transfers (to) from noncontrolling interest
Net transfers (to) from noncontrolling interest
Net transfers (to) from noncontrolling interest
CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
ERROR in label resolution.
Foreign Exchange Option [Member]
Weighted Average [Member]
Weighted Average [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Net Periodic Benefit Cost Abstract
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit) [Abstract]
Net cash provided by operating activities
Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activity, Including Discontinued Operation
THE AES CORPORATION STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Equity, Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Merger Agreement, Expected Consideration, Equity Interests Issued and Issuable, Cash Paid Per Acquiree Share
Merger Agreement, Expected Consideration, Equity Interests Issued and Issuable, Cash Paid Per Acquiree Share
Merger Agreement, Expected Consideration, Equity Interests Issued and Issuable, Cash Paid Per Acquiree Share
Revolving Credit Facilities, Joint and Several
Revolving Credit Facilities, Joint and Several [Member]
Revolving Credit Facilities, Joint and Several
Fair Value Measurements with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis Regulatory Assets Liabilities
Fair Value Measurements with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis Regulatory Assets Liabilities
Fair Value Measurements with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis Regulatory Assets Liabilities
Restructuring Plan [Domain]
Restructuring Plan [Domain]
Intersegment Eliminations [Member]
Intersegment Eliminations [Member]
AES Clean Energy Development
AES Clean Energy Development [Member]
AES Clean Energy Development
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Conversion of Units
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Conversion of Units
Document Information [Table]
Document Information [Table]
Name
Forgone Recovery, Individual Name
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Held-to-Maturity Securities, Portion Recognized in Earnings, Net, Qualitative Disclosures, Default Rate
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Held-to-Maturity Securities, Portion Recognized in Earnings, Net, Qualitative Disclosures, Default Rate
Non-GAAP Measure Description
Non-GAAP Measure Description [Text Block]
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred, Including Equity Interest in Acquiree Held Prior to Combination
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred and Preacquisition Equity Interest in Acquiree
Petersburg Solar Project
Petersburg Solar Project [Member]
Petersburg Solar Project
Recourse Status [Domain]
Recourse Status [Domain]
Asset Impairment Expense [Line Items]
Asset Impairment Expense [Line Items]
Line items represent financial concepts included in a table. These concepts are used to disclose reportable information associated with domain members defined in one or many axes to the table.
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies
Liability recorded for projected environmental remediation costs
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
corporate units
Corporate units [Member]
Corporate units
Amortization of prior service cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Table]
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Table]
Conversion of Stock, Amount Converted
Conversion of Stock, Amount Converted
Derivative, Commodity prices
Derivative, Commodity prices
Derivative, Commodity prices
Contract with Customer, Duration [Domain]
Contract with Customer, Duration [Domain]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC. [Member]
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC. [Member]
Business Combination, Series of Individually Immaterial Business Combinations
Business Combination, Series of Individually Immaterial Business Combinations [Member]
Non-cash contributions from noncontrolling interests
Non-cash contributions from noncontrolling interests
Non-cash contributions from noncontrolling interests
Obligations Number Of Agreements
Number of Agreements
Obligations Number Of Agreements, Parent Company
Number of agreements under which the Parent Company has contingent contractual obligations.
Contract with Customer, Liability, Revenue Recognized
Contract with Customer, Liability, Revenue Recognized
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Capital Expenditures
Capital Expenditures
The total cash outflow associated with the acquisition of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale; includes cash outflows associated with the repayment of financed capital expenditures.
Revision of Prior Period [Domain]
Revision of Prior Period [Domain]
Fair Value Measurement Inputs and Valuation Techniques [Table Text Block]
Fair Value Measurement Inputs and Valuation Techniques [Table Text Block]
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations [Table Text Block]
Schedule Of Contingent Contractual Obligations - Parent [Table Text Block]
Provides pertinent information about guarantee obligations and letters of credit issued, or each group of similar obligations, including the maximum potential amount of future payments (undiscounted) the guarantor could be required to make under the guarantee.
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Roll Forward]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Roll Forward]
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Income from discontinued operations available to The AES Corporation common stockholders
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations and Disposal of Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Diluted Share
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Foreign currency translation adjustment, Net of Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Adjustments to net income (loss):
Adjustment to Reconcile Net Income to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activity [Abstract]
Subsidiary or Equity Method Investee, Cumulative Number of Shares Issued for All Transactions
Subsidiary or Equity Method Investee, Cumulative Number of Shares Issued for All Transactions
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Underlying, Derivative
Underlying, Derivative
Property, plant, and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $9,895 and $9,796, respectively
Property, Plant, and Equipment, after Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
Property, Plant, and Equipment, after Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
Interest cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Interest Cost
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in dollars per share)
Shares Issued, Price Per Share
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Gain (Loss) Included in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Gain (Loss) Included in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Gain (Loss) Included in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Financial Instruments [Domain]
Financial Instruments [Domain]
INVENTORY
Inventory Disclosure [Text Block]
Underlying Securities
Award Underlying Securities Amount
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Maximum Settlement Rate
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Maximum Settlement Rate
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Maximum Settlement Rate
Less: Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Text Block]
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Text Block]
Debt Purpose [Axis]
Debt Purpose [Axis]
Debt Purpose [Axis]
Bellefield
Bellefield [Member]
Bellefield
Recourse debt
Recourse Debt Total
Recourse Debt Total
Recourse debt is direct borrowings by the Parent Company that is structurally subordinate to the affiliates non-recourse debt.
Accounts Receivable Adjustment [Abstract]
Accounts Receivable Adjustment
Accounts Receivable Adjustment
Other investing
Payment for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activity
(Increase) decrease in inventory
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Discount Rate, Percent
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Discount Rate, Percent
Proceeds from (Payments to) Noncontrolling Interests
Proceeds from (Payments to) Noncontrolling Interests
AES Tiete Inova Solucoes
AES Tiete Inova Solucoes [Member]
AES Tiete Inova Solucoes
Segment Reporting [Table]
Segment Reporting [Table]
Temporary Equity, Net Income
Temporary Equity, Net Income
Divestiture of Business, sales price
Divestiture of Business, sales price
Divestiture of Business, sales price is the total sales price, prior to adjustments, for the disposal of a business
Recourse
Recourse [Member]
Other current assets, net of allowance of $2 and $2, respectively
Other Assets, Current
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
All Trading Arrangements
All Trading Arrangements [Member]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table Text Block]
Other Performance Measure, Amount
Other Performance Measure, Amount
Award Timing MNPI Considered
Award Timing MNPI Considered [Flag]
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, to be Received, Year Two
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received, Year Two
Loss on disposal and sale of business interests
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Business
Gain (loss) on disposal and sale of businesses interests
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Business
Non-PEO NEO Average Total Compensation Amount
Non-PEO NEO Average Total Compensation Amount
Contract with Customer, Duration [Axis]
Contract with Customer, Duration [Axis]
Derivative Tables [Line Items]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative [Line Items]
Restricted Cash Held for Insurance
Restricted Cash Held for Insurance
Restricted Cash Held for Insurance
Issuance and exercise of stock-based compensation benefit plans, net of income tax
Shares Issued, Value, Share-Based Payment Arrangement, after Forfeiture
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage Sold
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage Sold
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage Sold
Recovery of Erroneously Awarded Compensation Disclosure [Line Items]
Measure:
Measure [Axis]
Proceeds from Divestiture of Interest in Subsidiaries and Affiliates
Proceeds from Divestiture of Interest in Subsidiaries and Affiliates
Treasury Stock, Common, Shares
Treasury Stock, Common, Shares
Entity Interactive Data Current
Entity Interactive Data Current
Alto Sertao II [Member]
Alto Sertao II [Member]
Alto Sertao II [Member]
Finance Lease, Liability, Current
Finance Lease, Liability, Current
Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Available-for-Sale Securities [Member]
Fair Value Measurement Inputs, Nonrecurring
Fair Value Measurement Inputs, Nonrecurring
Fair Value Measurement Inputs, Nonrecurring
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net (Deprecated 2025)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Sale of Securities, Net of Tax
Noncontrolling Interest, Change in Redemption Value
Noncontrolling Interest, Change in Redemption Value
Entity Small Business
Entity Small Business
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Temporary Equity, Interest in Subsidiary Earnings
Temporary Equity, Interest in Subsidiary Earnings
Disposal Group, Disposed of Other than by Sale, Not Discontinued Operation, Spinoff
Disposal Group, Disposed of Other than by Sale, Not Discontinued Operation, Spinoff [Member]
MNPI Disclosure Timed for Compensation Value
MNPI Disclosure Timed for Compensation Value [Flag]
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Three
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Three
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Financial Instruments Not Measured At Fair Value In Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Acquisitions
Acquisitions [Text Block]
Acquisitions
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Gain (Loss) on Extinguishment of Debt
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of $0 income tax for all periods
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Local Phone Number
Local Phone Number
U S Dollar Indexation In Argentina
U S Dollar Indexation In Argentina
The U.S. Dollar indexation in Argentina used to determine the fair value of derivative instruments at the balance sheet date.
PR Bridge Loan due 2026
PR Bridge Loan due 2026 [Member]
PR Bridge Loan due 2026
Financial Standby Letter of Credit [Member]
Financial Standby Letter of Credit [Member]
Subsidiary Guarantee, Maximum Undiscounted Exposure
Subsidiary Guarantee, Maximum Undiscounted Exposure
Subsidiary Guarantee, Maximum Undiscounted Exposure
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, after Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, after Tax
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Chile [Member]
CHILE
Changed Peer Group, Footnote
Changed Peer Group, Footnote [Text Block]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Axis]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Axis]
Accounting Standards Update and Change in Accounting Principle [Table]
Accounting Standards Update and Change in Accounting Principle [Table]
Executive Category:
Executive Category [Axis]
Argentina [Member]
ARGENTINA
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Counterparty Name [Axis]
Redeemable Stock of Subsidiaries
Redeemable Stock Disclosure [Text Block]
Redeemable Stock Disclosure
LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE STOCK OF SUBSIDIARIES, AND EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Schedule of Contingent Contractual Obligations - Subsidiary [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Contingent Contractual Obligations - Subsidiary [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Contingent Contractual Obligations - Subsidiary
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Four
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Four
Non-PEO NEO Average Compensation Actually Paid Amount
Non-PEO NEO Average Compensation Actually Paid Amount
Proceeds from Equity Units, net of underwriting costs and commissions, before offering expenses
Proceeds from Equity Units, net of underwriting costs and commissions, before offering expenses
Proceeds from Equity Units, net of underwriting costs and commissions, before offering expenses
IPALCO Senior Notes due 2025
IPALCO Senior Notes due 2024 [Member]
IPALCO Senior Notes due 2024
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Table]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Table]
Reclassification to earnings, net of $0 income tax for all periods
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Realized upon Sale or Liquidation, Net of Tax
AES Mexico Generation Holdings
AES Mexico Generation Holdings [Member]
AES Mexico Generation Holdings
PEO Name
PEO Name
Net Income (Loss) attributable to affiliates
Net Income (Loss) attributable to affiliates
Net Income (Loss) attributable to affiliates
Long-Lived Asset, Class [Axis]
Long-Lived Asset, Class [Axis]
Warrior Run
Warrior Run [Member]
Warrior Run
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Table [Abstract]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Table [Abstract]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Table [Abstract]
Stock Price or TSR Estimation Method
Stock Price or TSR Estimation Method [Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncements Adopted
New Accounting Pronouncements Adopted [Table Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncements Adopted
Notes Payable
Notes Payable
Regulation Status [Axis]
Regulation Status [Axis]
Credit Loss Status [Axis]
Credit Loss Status [Axis]
Revenue, Practical Expedient, Remaining Performance Obligation, Description
Revenue [Policy Text Block]
Environmental Contingencies
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Los Cururos [Member]
Los Cururos [Member]
Los Cururos [Member]
Aggregate Erroneous Compensation Not Yet Determined
Aggregate Erroneous Compensation Not Yet Determined [Text Block]
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement [Text Block]
Vesting Date Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted and Vested in Covered Year
Vesting Date Fair Value of Equity Awards Granted and Vested in Covered Year [Member]
Income from discontinued operations available to The AES Corporation common stockholders
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations and Disposal of Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Per Basic Share
AES Indiana
AES Indiana [Member]
AES Indiana
Lease, Cost
Lease, Cost
Total cost of sales excluding depreciation, amortization, and accretion of AROs
Total cost of sales excluding depreciation, amortization, and accretion of AROs
Total cost of sales excluding depreciation, amortization, and accretion of AROs
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON STOCKHOLDERS
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Measurement Input Type [Axis]
Measurement Input Type [Axis]
Insider Trading Arrangements [Line Items]
Debt Default By Subsidiary [Domain]
Debt Default By Subsidiary [Domain]
Debt Default By Subsidiary [Domain]
Variable Lease, Cost
Short-Term Lease, Cost
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $41 and $39, respectively
Accounts Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Current
Accounts Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Current
AES Southland [Domain]
AES Southland [Domain]
AES Southland [Member] [Domain]
AES Hawaii
AES Hawaii [Member]
AES Hawaii subsidiary
Aggregate Change in Present Value of Accumulated Benefit for All Pension Plans Reported in Summary Compensation Table
Aggregate Change in Present Value of Accumulated Benefit for All Pension Plans Reported in Summary Compensation Table [Member]
Temporary Equity, Including Noncontrolling Interest
Temporary Equity, Including Noncontrolling Interest
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Equity Awards Adjustments
Equity Awards Adjustments [Member]
Derivative Liability, Noncurrent
Derivative Liability, Noncurrent
Agua Clara
Agua Clara [Member]
Agua Clara
Debt, Current
Debt, Current
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Proceeds from Issuance of Preferred Stock and Preference Stock
Increase (decrease) in other liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Liabilities
Geographic Distribution [Domain]
Geographic Distribution [Domain]
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Credit Loss Expense (Reversal)
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Credit Loss Expense (Reversal)
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Measurement Input, Variable Margin
Measurement Input, Variable Margin [Member]
Measurement Input, Variable Margin
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operation, Disposal Disclosures [Abstract]
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operation, Disposal Disclosures [Abstract]
Other Long-Term Debt
Other Long-Term Debt
Parent [Member]
Parent [Member]
EQUITY
Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Dilutive Securities Effect On Basic EPS, dilutive Stock Options, per diluted share
Dilutive Securities Effect On Basic EPS, dilutive Stock Options, per diluted share
Dilutive Securities Effect On Basic EPS, dilutive Stock Options, per diluted share
General and administrative expenses
General and Administrative Expense
General and Administrative Expense
General and Administrative Expense
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty [Line Items]
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty [Line Items]
Environmental Remediation [Member]
Environmental Remediation [Member]
Share Repurchase Program [Axis]
Share Repurchase Program [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Class of Stock [Domain]
4.25% Senior Notes due 2030 [Domain]
4.25% Senior Notes due 2030 [Domain]
4.25% Senior Notes due 2030 [Domain]
AES Gilbert
AES Gilbert [Member]
AES Gilbert
Aggregate Available
Trading Arrangement, Securities Aggregate Available Amount
AES Dominicana Renewable Energy
AES Dominicana Renewable Energy [Member]
AES Dominicana Renewable Energy
Supplier Finance Program, guaranteed by Parent
Supplier Finance Program, guaranteed by Parent
Supplier Finance Program, guaranteed by Parent
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounts payable
Accounts Payable, Current
Other
Other Noncash Income (Expense)
AIMco
AIMco [Member]
AIMco
Pay vs Performance Disclosure
Pay vs Performance Disclosure [Table]
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Ventanas [Domain]
Ventanas 1 & 2 [Member]
Ventanas 1 & 2
Asset Acquisition, Price of Acquisition, Expected
Asset Acquisition, Price of Acquisition, Expected
Revision of Prior Period [Axis]
Revision of Prior Period [Axis]
Uruguaiana
Uruguaiana [Member]
Uruguaiana
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Instruments, Net, Pretax
Gain (Loss) on Derivative Instruments, Net, Pretax
Alto Maipo [Member]
Alto Maipo [Member]
Alto Maipo [Member]
NET INCOME (LOSS)
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Senior Notes [Member]
Senior Notes [Member]
AES Indiana FM Bonds due 2054
AES Indiana FM Bonds due 2054 [Member]
AES Indiana FM Bonds due 2054
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
AMOUNTS AVAILABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON STOCKHOLDERS:
BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Revolving Credit Facility Outstanding Borrowings
Revolving Credit Facility Outstanding Borrowings
Revolving Credit Facility Outstanding Borrowings
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
AES Panama Term Loan due 2023 [Member]
AES Panama Term Loan due 2023 [Member]
AES Panama Term Loan due 2023
Schedule Of Nonrecourse Debt Defaults [Table]
Schedule Of Nonrecourse Debt Defaults [Table]
Schedule summarizing financial information related to non-recourse debt defaults.
Interest income
Investment Income, Interest
Debt Conversion, Converted Instrument, Amount
Debt Conversion, Converted Instrument, Amount
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred, Transaction Cost
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred, Transaction Cost
JORDAN
JORDAN
Share-based Payment Arrangement [Member]
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Member]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), Unrealized
Unrealized Gain (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction, before Tax
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Recovery
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Recovery
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation During Phase-out Period
Discontinued Operation, Tax Effect of Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation During Phase-out Period
Trading Arrangement:
Trading Arrangement [Axis]
Maximum [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility due 2026
Revolving Credit Facility due 2026 [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility due 2026
Short-Term Debt, Type [Axis]
Short-Term Debt, Type [Axis]
Equity Method Investments [Member]
Equity Method Investments [Member]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Value added tax
Value Added Tax Receivable, Noncurrent
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Adjustment to Compensation, Amount
Adjustment to Compensation Amount
Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income [Line Items]
Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Line Items]
[Line Items] for Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Table]
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Restructuring Plan [Axis]
Restructuring Plan [Axis]
Derivative, Underlying
Derivative, Underlying
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, to be Received, Year Five
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received, Year Five
Loss Contingency Accrual
Loss on Contingent Consideration Remeasurement
Loss on Contingent Consideration Remeasurement
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year One
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year One
AES Indiana Credit Agreement due 2027
AES Indiana Credit Agreement due 2027 [Member]
AES Indiana Credit Agreement due 2027
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Financing Receivable, Transfer to Held-for-Sale, Valuation Allowance, Expense
Financing Receivable, Transfer to Held-for-Sale, Valuation Allowance, Expense
3.95% Senior Notes due 2030 [Domain]
3.95% Senior Notes due 2030 [Domain]
3.95% Senior Notes due 2030 [Domain]
Consolidated Entities [Axis]
Consolidated Entities [Axis]
Commercial Paper, Average Rate Paid
Commercial Paper, Average Rate Paid
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Proceeds from Issuance of Convertible Preferred Stock
Preferred Stock, Including Additional Paid in Capital
Investment Tax Credit Allocation [Axis]
Investment Tax Credit Allocation [Axis]
Investment Tax Credit Allocation
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, after Year Five
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, after Year Five
Ownership interest acquired in subsidiary
Ownership interest acquired in subsidiary
Ownership interest acquired in subsidiary
Electricity, Generation [Member]
Electricity, Generation [Member]
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable
Leases [Abstract]
Leases [Abstract]
Distributions to noncontrolling interests
Payments to Noncontrolling Interests
Payments to Noncontrolling Interests
6.35% Senior notes due 2079
6.35% Senior notes due 2079 [Member]
6.35% Senior notes due 2079
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss, Writeoff
Sales-Type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss, Writeoff
Schedule of Cash and Cash Equivalents [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Cash and Cash Equivalents [Table Text Block]
Derivative By Type [Axis]
Derivative By Type [Axis]
Information pertinent to an understanding of a derivative instrument or group of derivative instruments on a disaggregated basis, such as for individual instruments, or small groups of similar instruments, by such instrument or grouping.
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Settlements
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Settlements
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
NONCURRENT LIABILITIES
Liabilities, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $503 and $479, respectively
Intangible Asset, Excluding Goodwill, after Accumulated Amortization
Preferred Stock , Convertible, Initial Conversion Rate
Preferred Stock , Convertible, Initial Conversion Rate
Preferred Stock , Convertible, Initial Conversion Rate
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Outstanding Aggregate Erroneous Compensation Amount
Outstanding Aggregate Erroneous Compensation Amount
Inventory Balance By Type
Schedule of Inventory, Noncurrent [Table Text Block]
Number of reportable segments
Number of Reportable Segments
Derivative Liability, Current
Derivative Liability, Current
Defined Benefit Pension Contributions Disclosure [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Pension Contributions Disclosure [Abstract]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Chile, Pesos
Chile, Pesos
AES Ohio
AES Ohio [Member]
AES Ohio
Peer Group Total Shareholder Return Amount
Peer Group Total Shareholder Return Amount
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate at Period End
7.125% Senior notes due 2079
7.125% Senior notes due 2079 [Member]
7.125% Senior notes due 2079
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Parent Company [Member]
Parent Company [Member]
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Other
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Other
Fair value schedule of Significant Unobservable Input Recurring
Fair value schedule of Significant Unobservable Input Recurring [Table Text Block]
Fair value schedule of Significant Unobservable Input Recurring
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Repayments under the revolving credit facilities
Repayments of Lines of Credit
Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal of Discontinued Operation, Net of Tax
Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal of Discontinued Operation, Net of Tax
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Maturity [Table Text Block]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Maturity [Table Text Block]
SCHEDULE OF NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Cash Flow, Noncash Investing and Financing Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Table]
Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Table]
Schedule of Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Table]
Current held-for-sale liabilities
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Liabilities, Current
Colon
Colon [Member]
Colon
BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE:
Earnings Per Share, Basic [Abstract]
Proceeds, Financing Receivable, Previously Written Off, Recovery
Proceeds, Financing Receivable, Previously Written off, Recovery
Long-Lived Asset, Held-for-Sale, Fair Value Disclosure
Long-Lived Asset, Held-for-Sale, Fair Value Disclosure
Entity Shell Company
Entity Shell Company
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Table Text Block]
AES DevCO HoldCo
AES DevCO HoldCo [Member]
AES DevCO HoldCo
EARNINGS PER SHARE
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Issuance of Preferred Shares in Subsidiaries
Issuance of Preferred Shares in Subsidiaries
Issuance of Preferred Shares in Subsidiaries
Measurement Input, Discount Rate [Member]
Measurement Input, Discount Rate [Member]
Capital expenditures
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Gain Loss By Type Of Derivative Tables
Gain Loss By Type Of Derivative Tables [Abstract]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Estrella Del Mar I
Estrella Del Mar I [Member]
Estrella Del Mar I
Corporate Other And Other [Member]
Corporate Other And Other [Member]
"Corporate and Other" are the results of the AES self-insurance company, corporate overhead costs which are not directly associated with the operations of our four reportable segments, and certain intercompany charges such as self-insurance premiums which are fully eliminated in consolidation.
Company Selected Measure Name
Company Selected Measure Name
Sale of Stock [Domain]
Sale of Stock [Domain]
AES Puerto Rico
AES PR [Member]
AES PR
Accounting Standards Update Adopted [Member]
Accounting Standards Update Adopted [Member]
Accounting Standards Update Adopted
4.375% Senior Notes due 2030 [Member]
4.375% Senior Notes due 2030 [Member]
4.375% Senior Notes due 2030
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses and Interests in Affiliates, contingent event total
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses and Interests in Affiliates, contingent event total
Additional proceeds from divestiture of affiliate, contingent on event occurring
Oustanding stock awards
Oustanding stock awards
Oustanding stock awards
Depreciation, amortization, and accretion of AROs
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid
Allowance for Credit Losses
Allowance for Credit Losses [Text Block]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Transfers out of Level 3
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Asset, Transfers out of Level 3
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Four
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Four
Dividends declared but not yet paid
Dividends Payable
GOODWILL IMPAIRMENT
Goodwill [Text Block]
Proceeds from Issuance of Commercial Paper
Proceeds from Issuance of Commercial Paper
Kilroot and Ballylumford [Member]
Kilroot and Ballylumford [Member]
Kilroot and Ballylumford [Member]
OCI, Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Gain (Loss), Arising During Period, Tax
OCI, Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Gain (Loss), Arising During Period, Tax
Operating Lease, Payments
Operating Lease, Payments
Award Timing Predetermined
Award Timing Predetermined [Flag]
Accounts receivable - noncurrent
Accounts Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Adjustment To PEO Compensation, Footnote
Adjustment To PEO Compensation, Footnote [Text Block]
Level 1 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Income Tax Benefit
Income Tax Benefit [Member]
Income Tax Benefit
Derivative Asset, Noncurrent
Derivative Asset, Noncurrent
Restricted stock units (Shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Share-based Payment Arrangements
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Share-Based Payment Arrangements
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Convertible Debt with Conversion Feature
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Convertible Debt with Conversion Feature
6.55% Senior Notes Due 2047
6.55% Senior Notes Due 2047 [Member]
6.55% Senior Notes Due 2047
Changes In Equity Disclosure [Table]
Changes In Equity Disclosure [Table]
Disclosure of the changes in equity during the period.
Penonome Wind [Member]
Penonome Wind [Member]
Penonome Wind [Member]
Class of Financing Receivable [Axis]
Class of Financing Receivable [Axis]
Income Tax Disclosures [Line Items]
Income Tax Disclosures [Line Items]
[Line Items] for Income Tax Disclosures [Table]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Scenario [Domain]
Scenario [Domain]
Temporary Equity [Table Text Block]
Temporary Equity [Table Text Block]
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Unfunded pension obligation, Net of Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Tax
Dividends paid on AES common stock
Payments of Ordinary Dividends, Common Stock
Expiration Date
Trading Arrangement Expiration Date
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Hedging Relationship [Axis]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjustment [Member]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjustment [Member]
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, to be Received, Year Three
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received, Year Three
Equity Investor [Domain]
Equity Investor [Domain]
Equity Investor [Domain]
Disposal Group Not Discontinued Operation Ownership Interest Sold
Disposal Group Not Discontinued Operation Ownership Interest Sold
Percentage of equity interest in business disposed.
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, after Year Five
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, after Year Five
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]
Right-of-use Asset, Operating and Financing
Right-of-use Asset, Operating and Financing
Right-of-use Asset, Operating and Financing. Subtotal to support the combined Operating and Financing disclosure.
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Antidilutive Security, Excluded EPS Calculation [Table]
IPL Subsidiary [Member]
IPL Subsidiary [Member]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Gross proceeds from sales of AFS securities
Proceeds from Sale and Maturity of Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale
Proceeds from sale of ownership interest
Proceeds from sale of ownership interest
Proceeds from sale of ownership interest
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Table]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Table]
Segment [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Segments [Domain]
Horizon Parent, L.P.
Horizon Parent, L.P. [Member]
Horizon Parent, L.P.
DEBT
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]
Other Ownership Interests Name [Axis]
Other Ownership Interests Name [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario [Axis]
Financing receivable
Financing Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Financing Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Disposal Group Classification [Domain]
Disposal Group Classification [Domain]
Litigation Contingencies
Loss Contingency [Abstract]
Business Combination [Table]
Business Combination [Table]
Acquisitions
Mergers, Acquisitions and Dispositions Disclosures [Text Block]
PEO Actually Paid Compensation Amount
PEO Actually Paid Compensation Amount
Commercial Paper Outstanding Drawings
Commercial Paper Outstanding Drawings
Commercial Paper Outstanding Drawings
Revenue performance obligation expected in 2026
Revenue performance obligation expected in 2026
Revenue performance obligation expected in 2026
Revenue performance obligation expected in 2027
Revenue performance obligation expected in 2027
Revenue performance obligation expected in 2027
Total AES Corporation stockholders’ equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Equity, Attributable to Parent
Revenue Performance Obligation expected in 2025
Revenue Performance Obligation expected in 2025
Revenue expected to be recognized in connection with the performance obligation
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassification from Accumulated OCI to Income, Estimated Net Amount to be Transferred
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassification from Accumulated OCI to Income, Estimated Net Amount to be Transferred
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Minority Owned Affiliates [Member]
Minority Owned Affiliates [Member]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures [Line Items]
IPP4 [Member]
IPP4 [Member]
IPP4 [Member]
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Current
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Current
Renewables
Renewables [Member]
Renewables
AES Global Insurance
AES Global Insurance [Member]
AES Global Insurance
Goodwill Impairment [Abstract]
Goodwill Impairment [Abstract]
Goodwill Impairment [Abstract]
Unusual Risks and Uncertainties
Unusual Risks and Uncertainties [Table Text Block]
Cubico Wind Complex
Cubico Wind Complex [Member]
Cubico Wind Complex
Goodwill
Goodwill, Gross
Accumulated depreciation
Property, Plant, and Equipment, Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization
Equity [Abstract]
Equity [Abstract]
Ownership [Axis]
Ownership [Axis]
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]
Recourse Debt By Instrument [Axis]
Recourse Debt By Instrument [Axis]
Recourse Debt By Instrument
Investment, Name [Axis]
Investment, Name [Axis]
Preferred Stock, Dividend Rate, Percentage
Preferred Stock, Dividend Rate, Percentage
Designated as Hedging Instruments [Member]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Finance Lease, Liability, Noncurrent
Finance Lease, Liability, Noncurrent
AES Panama
AES Panama [Member]
AES Panama subsidiary
Colombia, Pesos
Colombia, Pesos
Asset Acquisition, Purchase Price
Asset Acquisition, Purchase Price
Asset Acquisition, Purchase Price
Variable Rate [Domain]
Variable Rate [Domain]
Preferred Shares Deliverable Upon Early Settlement of Purchase Contracts
Preferred Shares Deliverable Upon Early Settlement of Purchase Contracts
Preferred Shares Deliverable Upon Early Settlement of Purchase Contracts
Finance Lease, Liability, Payment, Due
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid
Debt Service Reserves [Member]
Debt Service Reserves [Member]
Debt Service Reserves
Corporate Other And Other Eliminations [Member]
Corporate Other And Other Eliminations [Member]
Represents the Europe Utilities, Africa Utilities, Africa Generation, Wind Generation and Climate Solutions operating segments, which do not meet the criteria to allow for aggregation with another operating segment or the quantitative thresholds that would require separate disclosure under segment reporting accounting guidance. Corporate and Other also includes costs related to business development efforts, corporate overhead costs which are not directly associated with the operations of the reportable segments and other intercompany charges such as self-insurance premiums which are fully eliminated in consolidation.
Contingent Contractual Obligations
Schedule of Loss Contingencies by Contingency [Table Text Block]
Debt In Default
Debt Default Or Accelerated [Table Text Block]
This table represents the disclosure (by subsidiary) of the nature and amount of the debt in default or accelerated and associated net assets at the balance sheet date.
Regulatory Liability [Domain]
Regulatory Liability [Domain]
Commercial Paper Outstanding, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Commercial Paper Outstanding, Weighted Average Interest Rate
Commercial Paper Outstanding, Weighted Average Interest Rate
TOTAL ASSETS
Assets
Assets
Fair Value By Asset Type [Axis]
Fair Value By Asset Type [Axis]
Fair value information by type of asset.
Schedule Of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Defined Benefit Plan [Table]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Payment, Due [Abstract]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Defined Benefit Plan, Gain (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, after Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Defined Benefit Plan, Gain (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, after Tax
Industry Sector [Axis]
Industry Sector [Axis]
Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Senior Term Loan due December 2026
Senior Term Loan due December 2026 [Member]
Senior Term Loan due December 2026
Cochrane Subsidiary [Member]
Cochrane Subsidiary [Member]
Cochrane Subsidiary [Member]
Dilutive Securities Effect On Basic EPS, dilutive Restricted Stock Units, per diluted share
Dilutive Securities Effect On Basic EPS, dilutive Restricted Stock Units, per diluted share
Dilutive Securities Effect On Basic EPS, dilutive Restricted Stock Units, per diluted share
Nonrecourse Debt [Member]
Nonrecourse Debt [Member]
Nonrecourse Debt [Member]
Goodwill
Goodwill
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Noncontrolling Interest Income (Loss), Amount
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Noncontrolling Interest Income (Loss), Amount
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent
Retained Earnings [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Weighted Average Number Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of EPS
Weighted Average Number Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of EPS
Weighted Average Number Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of EPS
Fluence [Member]
Fluence [Member]
Fluence [Member]
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding
Award Timing Disclosures [Line Items]
Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Attributable to Parent [Member]
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON STOCKHOLDERS
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Other derivative Contract [Member]
Other Contract [Member]
Other Contract [Member]
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses and other current assets
Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense and Other Assets
Commodity Derivative [Domain]
Commodity Derivative [Domain]
Identification of the type of commodity derivative.
AES Andes
AES Andes [Member]
AES Andes
Ownership [Domain]
Ownership [Domain]
Recourse Debt
Recourse Debt [Member]
Recourse Debt
4.5% Senior Notes Due 2023 [Domain] [Domain]
4.5% Senior Notes Due 2023 [Domain] [Domain]
4.5% Senior Notes Due 2023 [Domain] [Domain]
Early Termination [Policy Text Block]
Early Termination [Policy Text Block]
Early Termination [Policy Text Block]
Non-regulated revenue
Revenue from Contract with Customer, Excluding Assessed Tax
Accounts receivable from contracts with customers
Accounts receivable from contracts with customers
Accounts receivable from contracts with customers, where the entity has an unconditional right to consideration that is not conditioned upon anything but the passage of time.
Mitsui Ltd [Member]
Mitsui Ltd [Member]
Mitsui Ltd [Member]
Surety Bond
Surety Bond [Member]
Current held-for-sale assets
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Assets, Current
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit), Other Cost (Credit), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration]
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit), Other Cost (Credit), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration]
Unrealized derivative and equity securities losses (gains)
Unrealized derivative and equity securities losses (gains)
Unrealized derivative and equity securities losses (gains)
Purchase of short-term investments
Payments to Acquire Short-Term Investments
Notes payable issued for the acquisition of business interests (see Notes 17 and 25)
Notes Issued
Chile Renovables SpA
Chile Renovables SpA [Member]
Chile Renovables SpA
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred, Other Assets
Asset Acquisition, Consideration Transferred, Other Assets
Contract with Customer, Sales Channel [Axis]
Contract with Customer, Sales Channel [Axis]
Sale of Stock [Axis]
Sale of Stock [Axis]
Schedule Of Impairment Expense [Table]
Schedule Of Impairment Expense [Table]
Schedule detailing impairment charges.
Income Statement (Parentheticals) [Abstract]
Income Statement (Parentheticals) [Abstract]
Income Statement (Parentheticals) [Abstract]
Commercial Paper Outstanding Borrowings
Commercial Paper Outstanding Borrowings
Commercial Paper Outstanding Borrowings
Proceeds from Issuance of Debt
Proceeds from Issuance of Debt
Restricted Net Assets
Restricted Net Assets
Restricted Net Assets
TEP
TEP [Member]
TEP
Allowance For Credit Loss Location [Axis]
Allowance For Credit Loss Location [Axis]
Allowance For Credit Loss Location
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty, Nature [Domain]
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty, Nature [Domain]
Service cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Service Cost
Equity Securities [Member]
Equity Securities [Member]
Impairment expense
Impairment expense
Asset, Impairment Loss
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
INVESTMENTS IN AND ADVANCES TO AFFILIATES
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Text Block]
Nonrecourse Debt Default [Line Items]
Nonrecourse Debt Default [Line Items]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Financial Instruments Not Measured At Fair Value In the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets [Abstract]
Fair Value, Net Asset (Liability) [Abstract]
Merger Agreement Costs
Merger Agreement Costs
Merger Agreement Costs - costs directly associated with the Merger Agreement, including, but not limited to, advisory, legal, and employee-related costs
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table]
Disaggregation of Revenue [Table]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Income Tax Liabilities, Net
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Other Measure
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Other Measure [Text Block]
Supplier Finance Program [Domain]
Supplier Finance Program [Domain]
Guaimbe Solar Complex [Member]
Guaimbe Solar Complex [Member]
Guaimbe Solar Complex [Member]
Increase in redemption value of redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Increase in redemption value of redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Adjustment related to the increase of the carrying value of redeemable stock as a result of a non-fair value redemption feature.
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Three
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Three
Termination Date
Trading Arrangement Termination Date
Other Receivable, before Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Other Receivable, before Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Gain on Discontinuation of Cash Flow Hedge Due to Forecasted Transaction Probable of Not Occurring
Gain on Discontinuation of Cash Flow Hedge Due to Forecasted Transaction Probable of Not Occurring
Fair Value, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Fair Value, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral [Abstract]
Derivative Asset, Subject to Master Netting Arrangement, before Offset of Collateral [Abstract]
Total pension adjustments
Total pension adjustments, net of income tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Reclassification Adjustment, after Tax
Other non-606 revenue
Other non-606 revenue
Revenues not accounted for under ASC 606, such as lease revenue, derivative revenue, alternative program revenue, etc.
Credit facility, commitments
Credit facility, commitments
Credit facility, commitments
Fair Value as of Grant Date
Award Grant Date Fair Value
Deferred Tax Assets, Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Natural Gas and Natural Gas Liquids [Member]
Natural Gas and Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) [Member]
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount
Share Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized, Amount
Proposed Merger
Proposed Merger [Policy Text Block]
Proposed Merger
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION
Organization, Consolidation, Basis of Presentation, Business Description and Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cumulative Changes in Net Gain (Loss) from Cash Flow Hedges, Effect Net of Tax
Cash Flow Hedges Derivative Instruments at Fair Value, Net
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Not Adopted
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Not Adopted [Text Block]
Type Of Debt Default [Domain]
Type Of Debt Default [Domain]
The primary nature of the violation causing the debt default.
AES Clean Energy Subsidiary
AES Clean Energy Subsidiary [Member]
AES Clean Energy Subsidiary
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Purchases, Sales, Issues, Settlements [Abstract]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Purchases, Sales, Issues, Settlements [Abstract]
Net equity in losses of affiliates
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable and other current liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Forgone Recovery due to Expense of Enforcement, Amount
Forgone Recovery due to Expense of Enforcement, Amount
Intangible Asset, Finite-Lived, Class [Domain]
Intangible Asset, Finite-Lived, Class [Domain]
Fair value hierarchy for recurring measurements table
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]
Fair Value Less Costs To Sell
Fair Value Less Costs To Sell
This element represents the aggregate of the assets reported on the balance sheet at period end measured at fair value less costs to sell by the entity.
Award Type [Domain]
Award Type [Domain]
Long term Concession receivable
Long term Concession receivable
Long term Concession receivable
FAIR VALUE
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares
Treasury Stock, Shares, Acquired
Consolidation, Less than Wholly Owned Subsidiary, Parent Ownership Interest, Changes, Purchase of Interest by Parent
Consolidation, Less than Wholly Owned Subsidiary, Parent Ownership Interest, Changes, Purchase of Interest by Parent
Lessee, Operating Lease, Term of Contract
Lessee, Operating Lease, Term of Contract
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners
Subsidiary, Ownership Percentage, Noncontrolling Owner
Corporate Equity Unit, Stated Value per Share (in dollars per share)
Corporate Equity Unit, Stated Value PerShare
Corporate Equity Unit, Stated Value PerShare
Document Information, Document [Axis]
Document Information, Document [Axis]
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, before Income Tax
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, before Income Tax
Geographical [Axis]
Statement Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Axis]
Contract with Customer, Liability
Contract with Customer, Liability
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, to be Received, Year Four
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received, Year Four
AES Indiana Petersburg Energy Center
AES Indiana Petersburg Energy Center [Member]
AES Indiana Petersburg Energy Center
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Mutual Fund [Member]
Mutual Fund [Member]
Stock Repurchased During Period, Value
Treasury Stock, Value, Acquired, Cost Method
Lessee, Lease, Description [Table]
Lessee, Lease, Description [Table]
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, ending
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
Cash, Cash Equivalent, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalent, Continuing Operation
Income (Loss) from Individually Significant Component Disposed of or Held-for-sale, Excluding Discontinued Operations, Attributable to Parent, before Income Tax
Income (Loss) from Individually Significant Component Disposed of or Held-for-Sale, Excluding Discontinued Operations, Attributable to Parent, before Income Tax
Customary payment guarantees
Customary payment guarantees
Customary payment guarantees
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Issuance of Preferred Shares of Subsidiaries
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Issuance of Preferred Shares of Subsidiaries
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Issuance of Preferred Shares of Subsidiaries
Customer [Domain]
Customer [Domain]
Global Infrastructure Management
Global Infrastructure Management [Member]
Global Infrastructure Management LLC
Statistical Measurement [Axis]
Statistical Measurement [Axis]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table]
Redeemable Preferred Stock Dividends
Redeemable Preferred Stock Dividends
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Interest Rate Contract [Member]
UK Wind Projects [Member]
UK Wind Projects [Member]
UK Wind Projects [Member]
Retained earnings
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Repayments of Commercial Paper
Repayments of Commercial Paper
All Currencies [Domain]
All Currencies [Domain]
Total change in fair value of derivatives
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), after Reclassification and Tax, Parent
Asset acquisition, additional cash paid
Asset acquisition, additional cash paid
Asset acquisition, additional cash paid
Supplier Finance Program, Obligation, Current
Supplier Finance Program, Obligation, Current
Noncontrolling Interest, Amount Represented by Preferred Stock
Noncontrolling Interest, Amount Represented by Preferred Stock
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Windor Solar
Windsor Solar [Member]
Windsor Solar
Extinguishment of Debt, Gain (Loss), Net of Tax
Extinguishment of Debt, Gain (Loss), Net of Tax
Operating Lease, Cost
Operating Lease, Cost
AES Brasil [Domain]
AES Brasil [Domain]
AES Brasil
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Shares Issued in Period
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Shares Issued in Period
Repayments of obligations under supplier financing arrangements
Repayments of obligations under supplier financing arrangements
Repayments of obligations under supplier financing arrangements
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Loans and Leases Receivable, Allowance
Loans and Leases Receivable, Allowance
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
TOTAL LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE STOCK OF SUBSIDIARIES, AND EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Option
Share-Based Payment Arrangement, Option [Member]
Segment Reporting, Entity-Wide Information Not Provided as Part of Reportable Segment, Geographical Area, Revenue and Long-Lived Asset [Table]
Segment Reporting, Entity-Wide Information Not Provided as Part of Reportable Segment, Geographical Area, Revenue and Long-Lived Asset [Table]
Number of Credit Agreements
Number of Credit Agreements
Number of Credit Agreements
Segments [Axis]
Statement, Business Segments [Axis]
Segments [Axis]
Additional 402(v) Disclosure
Additional 402(v) Disclosure [Text Block]
AES Gener
AES Gener [Member]
AES Gener
Defined Benefit Plan, Other Cost (Credit)
Defined Benefit Plan, Other Cost (Credit)
Additional paid-in capital
Additional Paid in Capital
Additional Paid in Capital
Notes Payable to Banks
Notes Payable to Banks [Member]
Valuation, Market Approach
Valuation, Market Approach [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment:
Property, Plant, and Equipment, after Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization [Abstract]
Long-Lived Asset, Class [Domain]
Long-Lived Asset, Class [Domain]
IPALCO Enterprises, Inc. [Member]
IPALCO Enterprises, Inc. [Member]
IPALCO Enterprises, Inc. [Member]
Fair Value by Liability Class [Domain]
Fair Value by Liability Class [Domain]
AES Indiana Pike County BESS
AES Indiana Pike County BESS [Member]
AES Indiana Pike County BESS
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Type [Domain]
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Type [Domain]
Payments to Acquire Intangible Assets
Payments for Emissions Allowances
Payments for Emissions Allowances
AES Mexico [Member]
AES Mexico [Member]
AES Mexico subsidiary
Property, Plant, and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant, and Equipment [Table]
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
7.25% Senior Notes due 2021 [Domain]
7.25% Senior Notes due 2021 [Domain]
7.25% Senior Notes due 2021 [Domain]
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax
Derivative Financial Instruments, Liabilities [Member]
Derivative Financial Instruments, Liabilities [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Cash payments for interest, net of amounts capitalized
Interest Paid, Excluding Capitalized Interest, Operating Activity
Redeemed notes
Extinguishment of Debt, Amount
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Accumulated Foreign Currency Adjustment Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Contribution From Noncontrolling Interest
Contribution From Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Contribution From Noncontrolling Interest
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Gain on Sale of Investments
Gain on Sale of Investments
Qatar Investment Authority
Qatar Investment Authority [Member]
Qatar Investment Authority
Investment Tax Credit Allowance [Domain]
Investment Tax Credit Allowance [Domain]
Investment Tax Credit Allowance [Domain]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Before Tax Expected Increase Decrease Next Twelve Months
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Before Tax Expected Increase Decrease Next Twelve Months
The pre-tax accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) expected to be recognized as an increase (decrease) to income from continuing operations before income taxes over the next twelve months as of the balance sheet date.
Pay vs Performance Disclosure [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Preferred Stock, Redemption Percentage
Preferred Stock, Redemption Percentage
Preferred Stock, Redemption Percentage
Revenue from Contracts with Customers [Abstract]
Revenue from Contracts with Customers [Abstract]
Revenue from Contracts with Customers [Abstract]
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Intangible Asset, Indefinite-Lived, Class [Axis]
Repayments of Short-Term Debt
Repayments of Short-Term Debt
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Five
Lessor, Operating Lease, Payment to be Received, Year Five
Name
Trading Arrangement, Individual Name
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalent
Cash and Cash Equivalent
Fuel and other raw materials
Inventory, Raw Materials, Net of Reserves
Energy [Axis]
Energy [Axis]
Company Selected Measure Amount
Company Selected Measure Amount
Debt defaults at risk of causing cross default
Debt defaults at risk of causing cross default
debt defaults at risk of causing cross default
Tunica Windpower LLC
Tunica Windpower LLC [Member]
Tunica Windpower LLC
Covenant and Payment Violation
Covenant and Payment Violation [Member]
Covenant and Payment Violation
Foreign currency transaction gains (losses)
Gain (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction, before Tax
Condensed Cash Flow Statement [Table]
Condensed Cash Flow Statement [Table]
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest
Award Timing Method
Award Timing Method [Text Block]
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease), Including Exchange Rate Effect
Cash, Cash Equivalent, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalent, Period Increase (Decrease), Including Exchange Rate Effect and Discontinued Operation
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gain (Loss)
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gain (Loss)
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION
NET INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-Term Debt, Type [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Location, Statement of Financial Position, Balance [Axis]
Loss on Cash Flow Hedges due to impairment of assets
Loss on Cash Flow Hedges due to impairment of assets
Loss on Cash Flow Hedges due to impairment of assets
Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Other General [Member]
Other General [Member]
Other General [Member]
Costs related to Troubled debt restructuring
Costs related to Troubled debt restructuring
Related to legal expenses and other direct costs associated with the troubled debt restructuring.
Financing Receivable, Sale
Financing Receivable, Sale
Fair Value, Net Derivative Assets (Liabilities) measured on a recurring basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation Table
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block]
6.5% senior notes due 2027
6.5% senior notes due 2027 [Member]
6.5% senior notes due 2027
Reconciliation to income from continuing operations before taxes
Reconciliation to income from continuing operations before taxes
Reconciliation to income from continuing operations before taxes
Statistical Measurement [Domain]
Statistical Measurement [Domain]
Restricted Cash And Debt Service Reserves
Restricted Cash And Debt Service Reserves
Restricted Cash And Debt Service Reserves
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Profit (Loss)
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Profit (Loss)
Loss on Discontinuation of Cash Flow Hedge Due to Forecasted Transaction Probable of Not Occurring
Loss on Discontinuation of Cash Flow Hedge Due to Forecasted Transaction Probable of Not Occurring
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Interest Rate
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Interest Rate
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Interest Rate
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Depreciation, Amortization and Accretion, Net
Depreciation, Amortization and Accretion, Net
Interest expense
Interest expense
Interest expense
Interest Expense, Operating and Nonoperating
Regulated Operation
Regulated Operation [Member]
Recourse Status [Axis]
Recourse Status [Axis]
Line of Credit
Line of Credit [Member]
Investments in and advances to affiliates
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures
Changes In Equity Disclosure [Line Items]
Changes In Equity Disclosure [Line Items]
Line items represent financial concepts included in a table. These concepts are used to disclose reportable information associated with domain members defined in one or many axes to the table.
JK Projects
JK Projects [Member]
JK Projects
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss
Other Payments to Acquire Businesses
Other Payments to Acquire Businesses
Loss from operations of discontinued businesses
Discontinued Operation, Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation During Phase-out Period, Net of Tax
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Line Items]
950 Million Junior Notes Due 2055
950 Million Junior Notes Due 2055 [Member]
950 Million Junior Notes Due 2055
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Liabilities, Current [Abstract]
4.875% Senior Notes Due 2023 [Member] [Member]
4.875% Senior Notes Due 2023 [Member] [Member]
4.875% Senior Notes Due 2023 [Member] [Member]
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Other Assets
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Other Assets
Foreign Exchange
Foreign Exchange [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, after Tax
Fair Value, Option, Changes in Instrument-Specific Credit Risk, Gains (Losses) on Liabilities, Methodology
Tangible Asset Impairment Charges [Abstract]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Domain]
Timing of Transfer of Good or Service [Domain]
Guarantor Obligation, Term
Guarantor Obligation, Term
Entity Address, State or Province
Entity Address, State or Province
Master Indenture Notes
Master Indenture Notes [Member]
Master Indenture Notes
Total foreign currency translation adjustments
Total foreign currency translation adjustment, net of income tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common stockholders (Shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Foreign currency translation activity:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax [Abstract]
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss, Recovery
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss, Recovery
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Cash and Equivalents
Business Combination, Contract Purchase Price
Business Combination, Contract Purchase Price
Financing Receivable Recorded Investment [Line Items]
Financing Receivable, Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]
Environmental Remediation Contingency [Domain]
Environmental Remediation Contingency [Domain]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Foreign Currency Translation
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Foreign Currency Translation
Distribution to Noncontrolling Interest, Investment Tax Credits
Distribution to Noncontrolling Interest, Investment Tax Credits
Distribution to Noncontrolling Interest, Investment Tax Credits
Revenue from Contract with Customer, Including Assessed Tax
Revenue from Contract with Customer, Including Assessed Tax
Change in pension adjustments due to net actuarial gain (loss) for the period, income tax (expense) benefit
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Defined Benefit Plan, Gain (Loss) Arising During Period, Tax
Defined Benefit Plan [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Proceeds Investment Tax Credits
Proceeds Investment Tax Credits
Proceeds Investment Tax Credits
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Measurement Input, Long-term Revenue Growth Rate [Member]
Measurement Input, Long-Term Revenue Growth Rate [Member]
Award Timing MNPI Disclosure
Award Timing MNPI Disclosure [Text Block]
EURASIA [Member]
Eurasia - Generation [Member]
EURASIA [Member]
EURASIA [Member]
Accounts Receivable, before Allowance for Credit Loss
Accounts Receivable, before Allowance for Credit Loss
Tax equity financing guarantees
Tax equity financing guarantees
Tax equity financing guarantees
Other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $503 and $479, respectively
Intangible Asset, Finite-Lived, Accumulated Amortization
Location, Statement of Other Comprehensive Income, Balance [Axis]
Location, Statement of Other Comprehensive Income, Balance [Axis]
Weighted-Average Lease Term and Discount Rate [Table Text Block]
Weighted-Average Lease Term and Discount Rate [Table Text Block]
Weighted-Average Lease Term and Discount Rate [Table Text Block]
Related Party Tax Expense Effect of Change in Allocation Methodology
Related Party Tax Expense Effect of Change in Allocation Methodology
New Accounting Pronouncements Adopted
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Capital Expenditures Incurred but Not yet Paid
Capital Expenditures Incurred but Not yet Paid
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Change in fair value of derivatives, net of income tax benefit (expense) of $(2) and $25, respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), before Reclassification, Tax
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, to be Received, Year One
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received, Year One
DP&L [Member]
DP&L [Member]
DP&L [Member]
Great Cove Solar II
Great Cove Solar II [Member]
Great Cove Solar II
Equity Awards Adjustments, Excluding Value Reported in Compensation Table
Equity Awards Adjustments, Excluding Value Reported in the Compensation Table [Member]
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
Equity Method Investment Long Lived Asset Impairment
Equity Method Investment Long Lived Asset Impairment
Equity Method Investment Long Lived Asset Impairment
EQUITY
Equity [Text Block]
Valuation Approach and Technique [Axis]
Valuation Approach and Technique [Axis]
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Stockholders' Equity, Period Increase (Decrease)
Stockholders' Equity, Period Increase (Decrease)
Finance Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, after Accumulated Amortization
Finance Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, after Accumulated Amortization
4.125% Senior Notes due 2025 [Domain]
4.125% Senior Notes due 2025 [Domain]
4.125% Senior Notes due 2025 [Domain]
Name
Outstanding Recovery, Individual Name
Award Timing, How MNPI Considered
Award Timing, How MNPI Considered [Text Block]
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, Payments to be Received
Sales-Type and Direct Financing Leases, Payment to be Received
Debt Default Amount
Debt Default Amount
Amount of outstanding debt or borrowing associated with any securities or credit agreement for which there has been a default in principal, interest, sinking fund, or redemption provisions, or any breach of covenant that existed at the end of the period and subsequently has not been cured.
Gain (Loss) Related to Litigation Settlement
Gain (Loss) from Litigation Settlement
Reclassification from AOCI, Current Period, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Reclassification from AOCI, Current Period, Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Coal [Member]
Coal [Member]
Fair Value By Asset Type [Domain]
Fair Value By Asset Type [Domain]
Fair Value By Asset Type [Domain]
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Parent
Subsidiary, Ownership Percentage, Parent
Mong Duong held-for-sale
Mong Duong held-for-sale [Member]
Mong Duong held-for-sale
Loss on realized/unrealized foreign currency
Loss on realized/unrealized foreign currency
Loss on realized/unrealized foreign currency
Compensation Amount
Outstanding Recovery Compensation Amount
Individual:
Individual [Axis]
Business Combination, Voting Equity Interest Acquired, Percentage
Business Combination, Voting Equity Interest Acquired, Percentage
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted, Total
Weighted average number of shares outstanding, diluted
DILUTED SHARES OUTSTANDING
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Entity Emerging Growth Company
Entity Emerging Growth Company
Borrowings under the revolving credit facilities
Proceeds from Lines of Credit
Puerto Rico Solar Tax Credit Transfer Bridge Loan Agreement
Puerto Rico Solar Tax Credit Transfer Bridge Loan Agreement [Member]
Puerto Rico Solar Tax Credit Transfer Bridge Loan Agreement
Commercial Paper
Commercial Paper [Member]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Undiscounted Excess Amount
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Undiscounted Excess Amount
Short-Term Debt
Short-Term Debt
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
Derivative, Net Liability Position, Aggregate Fair Value
Derivative Liability, Subject to Master Netting Arrangement, before Offset
6.25% Senior Notes due 2034 [Member]
6.25% Senior Notes due 2034 [Member]
6.25% Senior Notes due 2034
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
Project Financing Disbursed
Project Financing Disbursed
Project Financing Disbursed
Equity Unit, Stated Value per Share
Equity Unit, Stated Value per Share
Equity Unit, Stated Value per Share
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use
Long-Lived Asset, Held and Used, Impairment Loss
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, after Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Financial Liability, Fair Value Option, after Tax and Reclassification Adjustment
Income (Loss) from Individually Significant Component Disposed of or Held-for-sale, Excluding Discontinued Operations, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, before Income Tax
Income (Loss) from Individually Significant Component Disposed of or Held-for-Sale, Excluding Discontinued Operations, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest, before Income Tax
Other Nonoperating Expense
Other Nonoperating Expense
Other Nonoperating Expense
Andes Senior Notes due 2079
Andes Senior Notes due 2079 [Member]
Andes Senior Notes due 2079
Variable Lease, Income
Variable Lease, Income
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid
Collateral Held [Domain]
Collateral Held [Domain]
All Executive Categories
All Executive Categories [Member]
Recourse Debt By Instrument [Domain]
Recourse Debt By Instrument [Domain]
Recourse Debt By Instrument [Domain]
Valuation Approach and Technique [Domain]
Valuation Approach and Technique [Domain]
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, Undiscounted Excess Amount
Sales-type and Direct Financing Leases, Lease Receivable, Undiscounted Excess Amount
Pension Adjustments Service Cost
Pension Adjustments Service Cost [Member]
Dilutive Securities Effect on Basic EPS, dilutive Equity Unit Purchase Agreements, per diluted share
Dilutive Securities Effect on Basic EPS, dilutive Equity Unit Purchase Agreements, per diluted share
Dilutive Securities Effect on Basic EPS, dilutive Equity Unit Purchase Agreements, per diluted share
Mong Duong Finance Holdings B.V._Related Party
Mong Duong Finance Holdings B.V._Related Party [Member]
Mong Duong Finance Holdings B.V._Related Party [Member]
Issuance and exercise of stock-based compensation benefit plans (Shares)
Stock Issued and exercised during period, shares, share-based compensation
Stock Issued and exercised during period, shares, share-based compensation
Asset Acquisition [Domain]
Asset Acquisition [Domain]
Issuance of non-recourse debt
Proceeds From Issuance Of Nonrecourse Debt
Proceeds From Issuance Of Nonrecourse Debt
Cash inflows associated with the issuance of non-recourse debt.
Gain Loss On Marketable Securities
Gain Loss On Marketable Securities [Abstract]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Earnings Per Share Basic And Diluted Table
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Minimum [Member]
Minimum [Member]
Revenue Performance Obligation per year
Revenue Performance Obligation per year
Revenue Performance Obligation per year
Investment Type [Axis]
Investment Type [Axis]
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash, Cash Equivalent, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalent, Continuing Operation
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Location, Statement of Income, Balance [Axis]
Reversal of Cost of Goods
Reversal of Cost of Goods
Reversal of Cost of Goods
Aggregate Grant Date Fair Value of Equity Award Amounts Reported in Summary Compensation Table
Aggregate Grant Date Fair Value of Equity Award Amounts Reported in Summary Compensation Table [Member]
Financing Receivable, Accrued Interest, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Financing Receivable, Accrued Interest, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Sale of Stock, Percentage of Ownership after Transaction
Sale of Stock, Percentage of Ownership after Transaction
Class of Financing Receivable, Type of Borrower [Domain]
Class of Financing Receivable, Type of Borrower [Domain]
Fair Value, Recurring
Fair Value, Recurring [Member]
Segment Reporting [Line Items]
Segment Reporting [Line Items]
Grupo Energia Gas Panama
Grupo Energia Gas Panama [Member]
Grupo Energia Gas Panama
Great Cove Solar I
Great Cove Solar I [Member]
Great Cove Solar I
Lender Name [Axis]
Lender Name [Axis]
Accounts Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Accounts Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss
Equity Investor [Axis]
Equity Investor [Axis]
Equity Investor
Other Restricted Assets
Other Restricted Assets
Preferred Stock, Liquidation Preference Per Share
Preferred Stock, Liquidation Preference Per Share
Bellefield Financing Agreement due 2027
Bellefield Financing Agreement due 2027 [Member]
Bellefield Financing Agreement due 2027
Marketable Securities [Table Text Block]
Marketable Securities [Table Text Block]
Liabilities
Derivative Liability [Abstract]
Measurement Input, Quoted Price
Measurement Input, Quoted Price [Member]
Debt Maturity by Year [Domain]
Debt Maturity by Year [Domain]
Debt Maturity by Year [Domain]
Awards Close in Time to MNPI Disclosures, Table
Awards Close in Time to MNPI Disclosures [Table Text Block]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Barry Affiliate
Barry Affiliate [Member]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Measurement Input Type [Domain]
Measurement Input Type [Domain]
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Loans Receivable, Fair Value Disclosure
Loans Receivable, Fair Value Disclosure
Sale of Stock, Consideration Received on Transaction
Sale of Stock, Consideration Received on Transaction
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Counterparty Name [Domain]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Supplier Finance Program, guaranteed by Sub
Supplier Finance Program, guaranteed by Sub
Supplier Finance Program, guaranteed by Sub
Investment Tax Credit
Investment Tax Credit
AES Pacifico
AES Pacifico [Member]
AES Pacifico
Title
Trading Arrangement, Individual Title
Forgone Recovery due to Disqualification of Tax Benefits, Amount
Forgone Recovery due to Disqualification of Tax Benefits, Amount
Reinvestment of Proceeds from Sale of Equity Method Investments
Reinvestment of Proceeds from Sale of Equity Method Investments
Reinvestment of Proceeds from Sale of Equity Method Investments
Operating Lease, Liability
Operating Lease, Liability
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Adopted
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Adopted [Flag]
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Equity Unit Purchase Agreements
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Equity Unit Purchase Agreements
Repayments of Debt
Repayments of Debt
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Subsidiary Equity Issuance
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Subsidiary Equity Issuance
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operations, Disposal Disclosures
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operations, Disposal Disclosures [Table Text Block]
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operations, Disposal Disclosures
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Net Income
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Net Income [Text Block]
Operating Lease, Lease Income
Operating Lease, Lease Income
200 Million Term Loan due September 2024 (Amount Borrowed) [Domain]
200 Million Term Loan due September 2024 (Amount Borrowed) [Domain]
200 Million Term Loan due September 2024 (Amount Borrowed)
Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership Interest Per Share
Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership Interest Per Share
Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership Interest Per Share
Andes Senior Notes due 2032
Andes Senior Notes due 2032 [Member]
Andes Senior Notes due 2032
Gain Loss In Earnings On Ineffective Portion Of Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges Table
Schedule of Net Investment Hedges in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
All Adjustments to Compensation
All Adjustments to Compensation [Member]
Corporate, Non-Segment
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item, Corporate Nonsegment [Member]
Business Combination [Axis]
Business Combination [Axis]
Income Tax, Policy
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Receivable [Member]
2.45% Senior Notes due 2031 [Domain]
2.45% Senior Notes due 2031 [Domain]
2.45% Senior Notes due 2031
Income Statement [Abstract]
Income Statement [Abstract]
US and Utilities [Domain]
US and Utilities [Domain]
US and Utilities [Domain]
Document Transition Report
Document Transition Report
Gain (Loss) on Investments
Gain (Loss) on Investments
Deferred income taxes
Deferred Income Tax Assets, Net
Deferred Income Tax Assets, Net
Fair Value Measurements With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis Regulatory Assets Liabilities
Fair Value Measurements With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis Regulatory Assets Liabilities Less Contingent Consideration
This element represents total gains or losses for the period (realized and unrealized), arising from derivative assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis using unobservable inputs (Level 3), which are included in regulatory assets or liabilities.
Equity Unit, Shares Issued (in shares)
Equity Unit, Shares Issued
Equity Unit, Shares Issued
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs)
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Asset Impairment Expense
AssetImpairmentDisclosure [Text Block]
AssetImpairmentDisclosure [Text Block]
City Area Code
City Area Code
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Potengi
Potengi [Member]
Potengi
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Issuance of preferred stock
Proceeds from Issuance of Convertible Preferred Stock
Condensed Cash Flow Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Condensed Cash Flow Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Gain (Loss) on Hedging Activity
Gain (Loss) on Hedging Activity
Sales to noncontrolling interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Sale of Parent Equity Interest
(Increase) decrease in other assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets
Outstanding Borrowings
Outstanding Borrowings
Outstanding Borrowings
Accrued non-income taxes
Accrual for Taxes Other than Income Taxes, Current
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Financing Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Financing Receivable, after Allowance for Credit Loss, Noncurrent
Business Combination, Achieved in Stages, Preacquisition and Acquired Equity Interests in Acquiree, Percentage
Business Combination, Achieved in Stages, Preacquisition and Acquired Equity Interests in Acquiree, Percentage
Other Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Other Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Asset Retirement Obligation Disclosure
Asset Retirement Obligation Disclosure [Text Block]
Accounting Standards Update 2016-13 [Member]
Accounting Standards Update 2016-13 [Member]
Fair Value Adjustment
Equity, Fair Value Adjustment
Erroneously Awarded Compensation Recovery
Erroneously Awarded Compensation Recovery [Table]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Net cash provided by financing activities
Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activity, Including Discontinued Operation
Total Shareholder Return Amount
Total Shareholder Return Amount
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Present Value of Interest Payments
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Present Value of Interest Payments
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Present Value of Interest Payments
Other Assets:
Other Assets, Noncurrent [Abstract]
Business Combination [Table Text Block]
Business Combination [Table Text Block]
Alto Sertao III [Member]
Alto Sertao III [Member]
Alto Sertao III [Member]
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Writeoff
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Writeoff
6.37% Senior Notes Due 2047
6.37% Senior Notes Due 2047 [Member]
6.37% Senior Notes Due 2047
FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activity, Including Discontinued Operation [Abstract]
Schedule of Stockholders Equity
Schedule of Stockholders Equity [Table Text Block]
AES Illumina
AES Illumina [Member]
AES Illumina
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Letter of credit fee percentage paid
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Credit Facility, Commitments Used
Credit Facility, Commitments Used
Credit Facility, Commitments Used
Majority Owned Affiliate [Member]
Majority Owned Affiliate [Member]
Majority Owned Affiliate [Domain]
Payments to Acquire Interest in Joint Venture
Payments to Acquire Interest in Joint Venture
Property, Plant, and Equipment, Lessor Asset under Operating Lease
Property, Plant, and Equipment, Lessor Asset under Operating Lease [Table Text Block]
Serra Verde Wind Complex
Serra Verde Wind Complex [Member]
Serra Verde Wind Complex
Other income
Other Income
Derivative Assets, Net
Derivative Asset
Reclassifications Out Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Reclassifications Out Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Intangible Asset, Finite-Lived, Class [Axis]
Intangible Asset, Finite-Lived, Class [Axis]
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Period Increase (Decrease)
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Period Increase (Decrease)
Guacolda [Member]
Guacolda [Member]
Guacolda subsidiary
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Fair Values Derivatives Balance Sheet Location By Derivative Contract Type By Hedging Designation [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Other Noncontrolling Interests
Other Noncontrolling Interests
Prepaid expenses
Prepaid Expense, Current
Income from continuing operations before taxes
Income from continuing operations before taxes
Income from continuing operations before taxes
Subordinated Liabilities, Period Increase (Decrease)
Subordinated Liabilities, Period Increase (Decrease)
Preferred Stock
Preferred Stock [Member]
Acquisitions of noncontrolling interests
Acquisitions of Noncontrolling Interests
Acquisitions of Noncontrolling Interests
Acquisitions of Noncontrolling Interests
Assets carrying amount disclosure nonrecurring, prior to impairment
Assets carrying amount disclosure nonrecurring, prior to impairment
This element represents the aggregate carrying amount of the assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis by the entity before the recognition of impairment charges.
Ventanas 3 & 4
Ventanas 3 & 4 [Member]
Ventanas 3 & 4
Equity Method Investment OTTI
Equity Method Investment OTTI
Equity Method Investment OTTI
Lease, Cost [Table Text Block]
Lease, Cost [Table Text Block]
Redondo Beach [Member]
Redondo Beach [Member]
Redondo Beach [Member]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability Value
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability Value
Reclassification to earnings, net of income tax benefit of $1 and $6, respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), Reclassification, Tax
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
New Energy Technologies
New Energy Technologies [Member]
New Energy Technologies
Long-Lived Asset, Excluding Financial Instrument, Customer Relationship, Mortgage Servicing Right, Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost, and Deferred Tax Asset, Amount
Long-Lived Asset, Excluding Financial Instrument, Customer Relationship, Mortgage Servicing Right, Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost, and Deferred Tax Asset, Amount
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption [Domain]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption [Domain]
Derivative Assets Not Offset By Collateral
Derivative Asset, Subject to Master Netting Arrangement, before Offset of Collateral
Change in Fair Value as of Vesting Date of Prior Year Equity Awards Vested in Covered Year
Change in Fair Value as of Vesting Date of Prior Year Equity Awards Vested in Covered Year [Member]
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Entity File Number
Entity File Number
Allowance for Funds Used During Construction, Capitalized Interest
Allowance for Funds Used During Construction, Capitalized Interest
Guarantee Obligations [Member]
Guarantee Obligations [Member]
AES Jordan PSC
AES Jordan PSC [Member]
AES Jordan PSC
Distributions to noncontrolling interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Distributions to Noncontrolling Interest Holders
Disposal group, consideration, contingent liability
Disposal group, consideration, contingent liability
Disposal group, consideration, contingent liability
Restructuring Costs
Restructuring Costs
Incentive Distribution, Distribution
Incentive Distribution, Distribution
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures Disclosure [Text Block]
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures Disclosure [Text Block]
Contract with Customer, Basis of Pricing [Axis]
Contract with Customer, Basis of Pricing [Axis]
Adjustment for noncontrolling interests and redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Adjustment for noncontrolling interests and redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Adjustment for noncontrolling interests and redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Equity Units (Table) [Table]
Equity Units [Table]
Equity Units
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale by Asset Type [Axis]
Long-Lived Asset, Held-for-Sale, Type [Axis]
Financial instruments not measured at fair value in the condensed consolidated balance sheets
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments Not Carried At Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Fair Value Of Financial Instruments Not Carried At Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the financial instruments not carried on the balance sheet at fair value by class and level of within the fair value hierarchy.
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption [Axis]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption [Axis]
Cash payments for income taxes, net of refunds
Income Tax Paid, after Refund Received
DPLER [Member]
DPLER [Member]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable stock of subsidiaries
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Conversion of Units
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Conversion of Units
Property, Plant, and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant, and Equipment [Line Items]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Settlements
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Settlements
Allowance For Credit Loss Location [Domain]
Allowance For Credit Loss Location [Domain]
Allowance For Credit Loss Location [Domain]
Derivative By Type [Domain]
Derivative By Type [Domain]
DerivativeByTypeDomain
Noncash contributions from noncontrolling interest related to tax credit transfers
Noncash contributions from noncontrolling interest related to tax credit transfers
Noncash contributions from noncontrolling interest related to tax credit transfers
Other noncurrent assets, net of allowance of $25 and $24, respectively
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Document Type
Document Type
Asset impairment expense
Other Asset Impairment Charges
Other Asset Impairment Charges
Significant Accounting Policies
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Litigation Settlement, Amount Awarded from Other Party
Litigation Settlement, Amount Awarded from Other Party
Guaranty Liabilities
Guaranty Liabilities
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss
Change from net income attributable to The AES Corporation and transfers (to) from noncontrolling interests
Change from net income attributable to The AES Corporation and transfers (to) from noncontrolling interests
Change from net income attributable to The AES Corporation and transfers (to) from noncontrolling interests
Nonrecourse [Member]
Nonrecourse [Member]
Supplier Finance Program [Axis]
Supplier Finance Program [Axis]
Commitments and Contingencies (see Note 9)
Commitments and Contingencies
Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Available to Common Shareholders, Diluted
Net Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Available to Common Shareholders, Diluted
Revolving Credit Facility due 2027
Revolving Credit Facility due 2027 [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility due 2027
Inventory
Total
Inventory, Net
Schedule Of Variable Interest Entities [Table]
Variable Interest Entity [Table]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Period Increase (Decrease)
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss, Period Increase (Decrease)
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Reclassification to earnings, net of income tax benefit of $1 and $6, respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), Reclassification, after Tax
AES Renewable Holdings
AES Renewable Holdings [Member]
AES Renewable Holdings
Obligations Number of Agreements, Subsidiaries
Obligations Number of Agreements, Subsidiaries
Obligations Number of Agreements, Subsidiaries
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Net, Cash Flow Hedge, Parent
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Net, Cash Flow Hedge, Parent [Member]
Segment Reporting, Other Segment Item, Amount
Segment Reporting, Other Segment Item, Amount
Entity Tax Identification Number
Entity Tax Identification Number
Financing Receivables Table
Financing Receivables [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of financing receivables.
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]
Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Credit Loss [Roll Forward]
Gain on Disposition of Stock in Subsidiary, Recorded to APIC
Gain on Disposition of Stock in Subsidiary, Recorded to APIC
Gain on Disposition of Stock in Subsidiary, Recorded to APIC
Change in fair value of derivatives, net of income tax benefit (expense) of $(2) and $25, respectively
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), before Reclassification, after Tax
Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership Interest in One Share
Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership Interest in One Share
Preferred Stock, Beneficial Ownership Interest in One Share
Schedule of Non-recourse debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Non-recourse debt [Table Text Block]
[Table Text Block] for Schedule of Non-recourse debt [Table]
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Net, Cash Flow Hedge, Noncontrolling Interest
Accumulated Gain (Loss), Net, Cash Flow Hedge, Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
New Accounting Pronouncements Issued
New Accounting Pronouncements Issued [Table Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncements Issued
Unrecognized Equity Method Investment Loss
Unrecognized Equity Method Investment Loss
Unrecognized Equity Method Investment Loss
Restricted cash
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalent, Current
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalent, Current
Insured Event, Gain (Loss)
Insured Event, Gain (Loss)
Insured Event, Gain (Loss)
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
South American SBU
South American SBU [Member]
South American SBU
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
AES Clean Energy Development Projects
AES Clean Energy Development Projects [Member]
AES Clean Energy Development Projects
Mountain View Power Partners
Mountain View Power Partners [Member]
Mountain View Power Partners
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Debt Default By Subsidiary [Axis]
Debt Default By Subsidiary [Axis]
Debt default by subsidiary.
DPL Subsidiary [Member]
DPL Subsidiary [Member]
Description of legal entity
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Assets, Current
Purchases under supplier financing arrangements
Purchases under supplier financing arrangements
Purchases under supplier financing arrangements
Assets and Liabilities, Lessee [Abstract]
Assets and Liabilities, Lessee [Abstract]
Restructuring Charges, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration]
Restructuring Charges, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration]
Long Lived Assets Held For Sale
Long Lived Assets Held For Sale [Member]
Represents long-lived assets classified as held for sale.
Payments for financing fees
Payments of Financing Costs
Commodity Contract [Member]
Commodity Contract [Member]
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Equity, Preferred, Carrying Amount
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Equity, Preferred, Carrying Amount
Pension estimated future employer contributions remainder of fiscal year
Defined Benefit Plan Estimated Future Employer Contributions Remainder Of Fiscal Year
The employer's best estimate, as of the balance sheet date, of contributions expected to be paid to the plan during the remainder of the current fiscal year. Estimated contributions may be presented in the aggregate combining (1) contributions required by funding regulations or laws, (2) discretionary contributions, and (3) noncash contributions.
Common Stock Dividends [Abstract]
Common Stock Dividends [Abstract]
Common Stock Dividends [Abstract]
Clean Energy
Clean Energy [Member]
Clean Energy
Materiality threshold for cash distribution from business to Parent
Materiality threshold for cash distribution from business to Parent
Materiality threshold for cash distribution from business to Parent
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal
Utilities
Utilities [Member]
Utilities
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Company Selected Measure
Compensation Actually Paid vs. Company Selected Measure [Text Block]
Revolving Credit Facility due 2024
Revolving Credit Facility due 2024 [Member]
Revolving Credit Facility due 2024
Cajuina Wind Complex Phase II
Cajuina Wind Complex Phase II [Member]
Cajuina Wind Complex Phase II
Disposal Group, Held-for-Sale or Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Disposal Group, Held-for-Sale or Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations [Member]
Long-Lived Asset, Held and Used, Impairment [Table Text Block]
Long-Lived Asset, Held and Used, Impairment [Table Text Block]
Schedule other operating expense [Table]
Schedule other operating expense [Table]
Schedule other operating expense [Table]
Noncurrent assets of held-for-sale businesses
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Assets, Noncurrent
Net Cash Change Of Discontinued And Held For Sale Businesses
Net Cash Change Of Discontinued And Held For Sale Businesses
Represents the change in cash and cash equivalents for discontinued operations for the period.
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Hedging Relationship [Domain]
Industry Sector [Domain]
Industry Sector [Domain]
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss, Period Increase (Decrease)
Sales-type Lease, Net Investment in Lease, Allowance for Credit Loss, Period Increase (Decrease)
4.0% Senior Notes Due 2021 [Domain] [Domain]
4.0% Senior Notes Due 2021 [Domain] [Domain]
4.0% Senior Notes Due 2021 [Domain] [Domain]
Issuance of recourse debt
Issuance Of Recourse Debt
Cash inflows associated with the issuance of recourse debt.
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty, Nature [Axis]
Unusual Risk or Uncertainty, Nature [Axis]
Redeemable noncontrolling interest, percentage acquired by parent
Redeemable noncontrolling interest, percentage acquired by parent
Redeemable noncontrolling interest, percentage acquired by parent
Incremental Borrowing Rate [Policy Text Block]
Incremental Borrowing Rate [Policy Text Block]
Incremental Borrowing Rate [Policy Text Block]
Derivatives Fair Value Table [Line Items]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Equity Units Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity Units Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity Units Disclosure
Unrecognized tax benefit, discrete items, net of allowance
Unrecognized tax benefit, discrete items, net of allowance
Unrecognized tax benefit, discrete items, net of allowance
Legal Entity of Counterparty, Type [Axis]
Legal Entity of Counterparty, Type [Axis]
sPower OpCo B
sPower OpCo B [Member]
sPower OpCo B
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Acquisition of subsidiary shares from noncontrolling interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Redemptions or Purchase of Interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Redemptions or Purchase of Interests
Uplight
Uplight [Member]
Uplight
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A. LONDON BRANCH
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A. LONDON BRANCH [Member]
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
5.00% Senior notes due 2025
5.00% Senior notes due 2025 [Member]
5.00% Senior notes due 2025
AES Andres
AES Andres [Member]
AES Andres
Remaining Performance Obligations [Abstract]
Remaining Performance Obligations [Abstract]
Remaining Performance Obligations [Abstract]
Unregulated Operation
Unregulated Operation [Member]
Bridge Loan due Dec 2023
Bridge Loan due Dec 2023 [Member]
Bridge Loan due Dec 2023
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Five
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Year Five
Accrued Liabilities
Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Short-term investments
Short-Term Investments
Investment Tax Credit Allowance [Axis]
Investment Tax Credit Allowance [Axis]
Investment Tax Credit Allowance
Selling Expense
Selling Expense
Finance Lease, Liability, Payment, Due [Abstract]
Finance Lease, Liability, to be Paid, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Sales to Noncontrolling Interests
Sales to Noncontrolling Interests
Sales to Noncontrolling Interests
Not Designated as Hedging Instruments [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
AES Tiete [Domain]
AES Tiete [Domain]
AES Tiete [Domain]
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Schneider [Member]
Schneider [Member]
Schneider
Commodity Option
Commodity Option [Member]
Contract with Customer, Sales Channel [Domain]
Contract with Customer, Sales Channel [Domain]
Temporary Equity, Other Charges
Temporary Equity, Other Changes
CURRENT ASSETS
Assets, Current [Abstract]
Fair Value, Measurement with Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation, Recurring Basis, Liability, Gain (Loss) Included in Earnings
Derivative Liabilities, Net
Derivative Liability
Entity Address, Address Line One
Entity Address, Address Line One
Income tax benefit (expense)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Fair Value Hedging
Fair Value Hedging [Member]
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
Other income
Other Nonoperating Income
Other Nonoperating Income
Brazil held-for-sale
Brazil held-for-sale [Member]
Brazil held-for-sale
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Consolidation
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Accretion Expense
Accretion Expense
Other Intangible Assets, Net
Other Intangible Assets, Net
Consolidated Variable Interest Entities [Member]
Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary [Member]
AES llumina [Member]
AES llumina [Member]
AES llumina [Member]
Proceeds from Legal Settlements
Proceeds from Legal Settlements
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Contract with Customer, Contract Asset, Contract Liability, and Receivable [Table Text Block]
Contract with Customer, Contract Asset, Contract Liability, and Receivable [Table Text Block]
Derivative Assets, Gross
Derivative Asset, Subject to Master Netting Arrangement, before Offset
Other Subsidiaries [Member]
Other Subsidiaries [Member]
Other Subsidiaries [Member]
Cumulative Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cumulative Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Period Increase (Decrease)
Schedule of Lease Assets and Liabilities - Lessee [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Lease Assets and Liabilities - Lessee [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Lease Assets and Liabilities - Lessee [Table Text Block]
Geographic Distribution [Axis]
Geographic Distribution [Axis]
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Equity, Common, Carrying Amount
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Equity, Common, Carrying Amount
AES El Salvador
AES El Salvador [Member]
AES El Salvador
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis with Unobservable Inputs
Fair Value, Net Derivative Asset (Liability) Measured on Recurring Basis with Unobservable Inputs
Assets
Assets [Member]
Desarrollos Renovables
Desarrollos Renovables [Member]
Desarrollos Renovables