Name of the Project
Miyako solar park project.

Location
The project is located in Miyako, in Iwate province, Japan.

Client
Total Solar, a wholly owned subsidiary of Total.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of Total Solar’s second solar power plant in Japan.

The solar plant, with a 25 MW peak capacity, will provide clean and reliable electricity for more than 8 000 households.

The plant is designed to fully comply with Japan’s stringent earthquake-resistance building standards. The facility will be equipped with more than 76 000 high-efficiency SunPower solar panels, providing maximum performance. The plant will be connected to the electricity distribution grid to supply energy through the regional utility company.

Jobs to Be Created
Not stated.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
The project is expected to come into operation in 2018.

Latest Developments
Construction on the project started on May 23.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Sun Power, majority-owned by Total (solar panels).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Total, tel +33 1 47 44 58 53, 
fax +33 1 47 44 58 24 or  email presse@total.com.