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Virginia Solar Park, South Africa

Virginia Solar Park, South Africa

9th May 2025

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Virginia Solar Park.

Location
Free State, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
Integrated African independent power producer Red Rocket South Africa.

Project Description
The solar park forms part of Bid Window 6 of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme.

The 275 MWp park will prevent the emission of 720 900 t of CO2 emissions a year and meet the energy needs of 210 000 households.

Potential Job Creation
The project will contribute more than 330 full-time-equivalent jobs during construction and operations.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The project is expected to come on line in 2026.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
China State-owned enterprise PowerChina, and Green Whistle (turn-key engineering, procurement and construction contract).

Contact Details for Project Information
Red Rocket, tel +27 21 418 3940 or email communications@redrocket.energy

 

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor

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