Solar photovoltaic plant, South Africa

26th January 2024

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Solar photovoltaic (PV) plant.

Location
Free State, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
Mainstream Renewable Power.

Project Description
Th project entails the construction of a 97.5 MW solar PV farm, which has 20-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Sasol and Air Liquide.

The power generated will be delivered through the national grid to Sasol and Air Liquide’s operations in Secunda, in Mpumalanga. The PPAs are part of Sasol and Air Liquide’s joint drive to decarbonise their respective operations.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The plant is scheduled to be operational in 2025.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Mainstream Renewable Power head of communications and positioning Emmet Curley, tel +353 86 2411 690 or email emmet.curley@mainstreamrp.com.

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