AMSTERDAM and OSLO,
Norway, Jan. 17, 2022
/PRNewswire/ -- MPC Energy Solutions (MPCES)
has commenced construction of Parque Solar Los Girasoles,
a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Colombia that will supply around 23
GWh a year – equivalent to the energy consumption of over
17,000 people. MPC Energy Solutions is investing USD 11 million to bring Los Girasoles online, and
the project is expected to generate around USD 1.3 million revenues per year once
operational. Construction started with Socolco S.A.S. and
commissioning of the solar park is expected in Q4 2022. Solar
panels are supplied by TRINA and inverters by Huawei.
Parque Solar Los Girasoles is located in the region of
Norte de Santander with established
urban centres and transportation infrastructure, which
ensures excellent conditions for construction and operation
stages. The solar PV project, which has a
nominal capacity of 12.3 MWp, will offer substantial environmental
benefits, helping to avoid the emission of 15,200 tons of
CO2 per year. As part of its commitment to ensuring that its
projects in Colombia provide
sustainable skills transfer, and opportunities for all, MPCES has
set targets to ensure a balance in the number of male and female
workers during the construction phase.
Martin Vogt, CEO of MPC
Energy Solutions, said: "Colombia has used renewable energy for decades
and its Energy Plan 2050 sets out clear objectives to diversify the
sources of the renewable energy it uses so that wind, solar and
other alternatives complement its existing installed hydropower
base.
Today's groundbreaking at the Parque Solar Los Girasoles is part
of our efforts to help Colombia
reduce carbon emissions, decentralize and diversify energy
generation. Our projects will help ensure that Colombians benefit
from reliable, cleaner electricity for decades to come."
About MPC Energy Solutions
MPC Energy Solutions is a global provider of sustainable energy
and primarily focuses on low-carbon energy infrastructure,
including solar and wind assets, and other hybrid and energy
efficiency solutions. The Company participates in the full project
lifecycle of renewable solutions, from early-stage development
through construction and operation. More details at
www.mpc-energysolutions.com
Media contacts
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Investor Relations & Public Relations
Email: ir@mpc-energysolutions.com
Norway
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Corporate Communications AS
Phone: +47 415 08733
Email: jcs@corpcom.no
Americas
Perry Goldman
Montieth & Company
Phone: +1 (646) 8643568
Email: pgoldman@montiethco.com
United Kingdom
Charles Font
Montieth & Company
Phone: +44 020 38575478
Email: cfont@montiethco.com
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