Solar concentrated photovoltaic power plant project, South Africa

8th February 2013 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Name and Location
Solar concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) power plant project, Western Cape, South Africa.

Client
Pele Green Energy.

Project Description
The project involves the construction of a 36 MW CPV power plant in the Western Cape.

The power plant will use dual-access trackers instead of a simple mounted PV structure or a single access tracker, which means that the panels can follow the sun all day, increasing efficiency.

Value
R1.8-billion.

Duration
The project is expected to be completed by June 24, 2014.

Latest Developments
Construction on the project has started.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Group Five (engineering, procurement and construction).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Group Five, tel +27 11 806 0111, fax +27 11 803 5520.
Siyenza Management, on behalf of Pele Green Energy, Celine de Canha, tel +27 11 463 9285, fax +27 11 463 8432 or email celine@siyenza.za.com.