South Deep solar photovoltaic power plant, South Africa
Name of the Project
South Deep solar photovoltaic power plant.
Location
Carleton, in Western Gauteng, South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Gold Fields.
Project Description
Gold Fields is proposing the construction of a 40 MW solar power plant at its South Deep gold mine.
The project will represent between 20% and 25% of the average consumption of the mechanised, underground South Deep mine. At night, the operation will default to the national electricity grid.
The operation could reduce carbon emissions by about 100 000 t/y.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Not stated.
Planned Start/End Date
Gold Fields has been trying to get the 40 MW solar power project approved since 2017.
Latest Developments
The company is waiting for approval from the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to progress the project.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Gold Fields, Sven Lunsche, tel +27 11 562 9775 or email info@goldfields.com.
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