SANY Silicon Energy Launches Zimbabwe's First 10MW Solar Power Plant Project

SANY Silicon Energy has started constructing a 10MW solar power plant in Zimbabwe, its first solar energy project on the continent. The project, commissioned by Runtu Mining Company, uses SANY's EP+F model, which combines engineering, procurement, and financing to provide a customized solution for customers' financial needs. The plant is expected to alleviate Zimbabwe's power shortages and contribute to the region's low-carbon energy shift.

SANY Silicon Energy, a division of the global construction machinery giant SANY Group, has officially started the construction of a 10MW solar power plant in Zimbabwe. This project, commissioned by Runtu Mining Company, marks SANY Silicon Energy’s first foray into the solar energy sector in Zimbabwe and introduces the company’s innovative ‘EP+F’ model to the African continent [1].

The ‘EP+F’ model combines engineering, procurement, and financing to provide a customized solution for customers’ financial needs. This approach aims to lessen the financial barriers for customers, thereby increasing the accessibility and viability of clean energy initiatives in developing markets [2].

The solar power plant will feature SANY’s proprietary 710 ‘high-efficiency’ photovoltaic modules, advanced inverters, and robust mounting systems. With a total capacity of 10MW, the project is on a fast track for completion, aiming for grid connection by the end of 2025 [1][3].

Once operational, the plant is expected to produce 18 million kilowatt-hours of electricity per year, significantly contributing to Zimbabwe’s power shortages and bolstering local industries. The project also aligns with the region’s low-carbon energy shift [1][3].

The ‘EP+F’ model is a pilot project that could serve as a blueprint for future international renewable energy projects, according to SANY. The chair of Runtu Mining has expressed confidence in expanding cooperation with SANY in areas such as microgrids, heavy truck electrification, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure [1][2].

This milestone underscores SANY’s commitment to global decarbonization. The company has pledged to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency to deliver the project on time and create lasting value for Zimbabwe’s energy landscape [3].

References:
[1] https://www.worldconstructionnetwork.com/news/sany-silicon-energy-solar-power-plant/
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sany-silicon-energy-begins-construction-094347729.html
[3] https://container-news.com/sany-launches-its-first-solar-power-project-in-zimbabwe/