Greefspan solar power project, South Africa
Name and Location
Greefspan solar power project, Northern Cape, South Africa.
Client
AE-AMD Renewable Energy, a joint venture comprising Spain’s AMDA Energia, South Africa’s Alt-E Technologies and Tenesol, part of SunPower.
Project Description
The project involves the construction of a ground-mounted photovoltaic (PV) facility, with 11 MW capacity, near Douglas, in the Northern Cape.
The ground-mounted solar system will feature Tenesol TE 240 PV solar panels on single-axis trackers. The trackers are programmed to follow the sun throughout the day, ensuring that the maximum amount of power is being generated.
The project was one of 28 renewable-energy projects identified as preferred bidders in the first round of South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme in December 2011.
Value
Not stated.
Duration
The project was completed in the second quarter of 2014.
Latest Developments
SunPower and its partners announced the completion of the Greefspan and Herbert (22 MW) ground-mounted PV facilities in June this year. The power plants are collectively feeding 33 MW into the grid.
The projects are located on more than 160 ha and feature 138 000 PV solar panels on single-axis trackers.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
AE-AMD Renewable Energy, tel +27 21 461 3382 or email info@ae-amd.co.za.
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