Grebla Lake - Floating Photovoltaic Power Plant

About this project

<p>The main objective of the project is implementation of a 1 MWp floating photovoltaic system to assure electricity from renewable resources for the own consumption of TMK HYDROENERGY POWER SRL (TMK), and to reduce its CO2 emissions.&nbsp;The company conducted a feasibility study from which it resulted that the installation of a floating photovoltaic plant has obvious advantages: high energy production efficiency, production of renewable energy and the reduction of energy costs. Floating photovoltaic panels&nbsp;perform between 5% to 15% better due to the cooling effect of water and due to water reflection, are less impacted by shading from other buildings and&nbsp;use inactive spaces such as the lake's surface.<br> <br> The technical solution proposes the development of a 1 MWp floating photovoltaic plant on Grebla Lake, which will be connected to the electricity grid. The solar power generated will partially meet the day-to-day energy needs of TMK operations. The electricity produced will be transformed into low voltage by inverters.&nbsp;The solar panels will be located at approximately 5 meters far from the banks. The entire portfolio of photovoltaic islands can be monitored centrally by the Central Unit (Grebla dispatcher). The photovoltaic plant will produce 1.087 MWh/year electricity for own consumption.<br> <br> The project will be implemented by the following stages:&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>Design and permitting – Technical design and obtaining permits and consents for construction and operation from the local planning authority.</li> <li>Procurement – Carrying out tenders and securing the supply of the necessary products and services.</li> <li>Construction – Physically realizing the installation: Civil works, electrical and other equipment installations.</li> <li>Commissioning.</li> <li>Environmental assessment.</li> </ol> <p>The investment targeted by this project will have a positive impact on the company. Its implementation will reduce the energy consumption from conventional sources, as well as the energy cost, and will give partial energy autonomy.</p>