Name of the Project
Mulilo Sonnedix Prieska solar photovoltaic (PV) project.
Location
The project is situated 50 km south-west of Prieska, in South Africa’s Northern Cape.
Client
Mulilo Sonnedix Joint Venture.
Project Description
The 86.23 MW Mulilo Sonnedix Prieska PV project is one of the largest in Southern Africa measuring 125 ha.
The PV farm can power 40 000 homes through the Eskom grid.
Jobs to be Created
The project has employed 1 720 people, of which 911 came from local communities.
Value
The project is estimated at R1.2-billion.
Duration
The project started construction on April 28, and took 14 months to complete. The project has been operational since July.
Latest Developments
The project was officially inaugurated on October 31.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
juwi SolarZA Construction (engineering, procurement and construction partner).
On Budget and on Time?
The project was completed on time and on budget.
Contact Details for Project Information
Sonnedix Solar, email enquiries@sonnedix.com.
Mulilo, tel +27 21 685 3240 or fax +27 21 935 0505.