Grootfontein solar projects, South Africa – update
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Name of the Project
Grootfontein solar projects.
Location
Western Cape, South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Renewable-energy provider Scatec will own 51% of the equity in the project, with H1 Holdings, Scatec’s local black economic-empowerment partner, owning 46.5%; and the Grootfontein local community trust 2.5%.
Project Description
The project involved the construction of three solar power plants with a combined capacity of 273 MW, resulting in the abatement of 630 000 t/y of CO2.
The power plant generate 700 GWh/y of clean energy, making it the largest co-located solar PV cluster in the Western Cape.
The project will generate predictable revenues from a 20-year power purchase agreement.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
R5.1-billion.
Planned Start/End Date
Construction started during the first quarter of 2024, with commercial operation in 2025.
Latest Developments
Scatec has started commercial operation of the solar power plant.
Scatec says it will provide operation and maintenance and asset management services to the power plants.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Scatec (engineering, procurement and construction).
Contact Details for Project Information
Scatec, tel +47 48 08 55 00 or email post@scatec.com.
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