V&A Waterfront solar photovoltaic power project, South Africa
Name and Location
V&A Waterfront solar photovoltaic (PV) power project, Western Cape, South Africa.
Client
V&A Waterfront.
Project Description
The project is a forward-thinking plan to introduce a solar project that will significantly reduce reliance on the national grid.
The project will entail the installation of more than 7 000 m2 of solar panels on the roofs of buildings across the V&A Waterfront, significantly reducing the property’s dependence on the electricity grid.
PV panels will be installed on the roofs of the Watershed, the Breakwater, the Clock Tower, Granger Bay, Two Oceans Aquarium, Ports Edge, West Quay and Portswood House.
The solar plan will conserve an estimated 1 721 956 kWh/y, the energy needed to power 574 four-person households.
Value
R20-million.
Duration
Construction of the project began in August, with completion expected by the end of 2015 or early 2016.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Sustainable Power Solutions (solar PV panel installation).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
V&A Waterfront, Carla White, tel +21 408 7631 or email cwhite@waterfront.co.za.
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