Trina Solar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has announced its partnership with China Energy International Group and China Gezhouba Group to power the Mooi Plaats 283 MW photovoltaic power plant in South Africa’s Northern Cape. As part of the Koruson 2 cluster, the project is financed by EDF Renewables, in conjunction with South African financial institutions.
Trina Solar and partners recently celebrated the signing of their agreement to collaborate on the construction of the Mooi Plats solar PV project.
The signing ceremony, held to mark this significant collaboration, underscores Trina Solar's commitment to driving renewable energy forward in Africa. The project will harness the power of 416 325 panels from the NEG21C.20 Vertex N range, with efficiency of up to 23.2%. These modules are based on the 210 mm product technology platform and deliver power, efficiency and reliability at an efficient levelised cost of energy (LCOE). With a project duration of 22 months, power generated from the Mooi Plaats project will be connected to the Koruson substation, 12 km away, via a 132 kV transmission line.
Bao Yang, President, Global Sales & Marketing at Trina Solar said: "We are proud to partner with China Energy International Group and China Gezhouba Group to bring this groundbreaking project to fruition. With a total capacity of 283 MWdc, the Mooi Plaats PV Power Plant project is considered the largest single PV power plant project in South Africa and is set to make a substantial impact on the country’s energy landscape. This collaboration demonstrates our shared commitment to driving sustainable development and powering the future of energy in South Africa."
Hu Yuhong, General Manager at China Energy International Group South Africa said: "We are excited to join forces with Trina Solar on this landmark project. This collaboration represents a significant step towards achieving our shared goal of promoting clean energy and sustainable development in South Africa."
Chen Zhipei, Project Manager for the Mooi Plaats project at China Gezhouba Group, commented: "As a leading player in the global energy sector, we are proud to contribute our expertise to this project, which will deliver clean, reliable power and drive economic growth and job creation in the region."
The launch of 283 MWdc Mooi Plaats PV Power Plant project represents another milestone in South Africa's new energy market. Trina Solar is honoured to contribute its expertise and technology to the project, which will advance South Africa's transition to clean energy and create new opportunities for economic growth and environmental stewardship.
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