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Grootspruit solar PV project, South Africa

Solar fram at sunset

6th September 2024

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Grootspruit solar PV project.

Location
Free State, South Africa.

Project Owner/s
Engie, in partnership with Pele Green Energy.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 75 MW solar PV project.

The project is being built as part of the Department of Electricity and Energy’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme – Bid Window 5.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The project is expected to be commissioned by the end of 2025.

Latest Developments
Construction of the project started in July 18, 2024.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Aurex Constructors and Ablon Construction (preferred contractors).

Contact Details for Project Information
Engie, tel +27 10 612 0700 or email africacommunications@engie.com.
Pele Green Energy, tel + 27 11 262 0515 or email info@pelegreenenergy.com.
 

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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