Sonvanger solar PV power plant, South Africa

28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Sonvanger solar PV power plant, South Africa

Name of the Project
Sonvanger solar PV power plant.

Location
Free State, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
Independent power producer Pele Green Energy (PGE – lead sponsor).

Project Description
The project will provide clean, reliable and sustainable power for Glencore Merafe ferrochrome smelters in South Africa and entails the development of a 100 MW solar plant.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed.

Planned Start/End Date
Not stated.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
The project reached commercial close in November 2024.

Contact Details for Project Information
Pele Green Energy, tel+27 11 262 0515 or email info@pelegreenenergy.com.