Kriel colliery solar power project, South Africa

21st June 2013 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Name and Location
Kriel colliery solar power project, Mpumalanga, South Africa.

Client
Anglo American.

Project Description
The project involves the construction of a 240 kWp grid-connected, ground-mounted photovoltaic (PV) system to provide electricity for the central administration offices at Anglo American’s Kriel colliery, in Mpumalanga.

Value
R5-million.

Duration
Construction of the system will start in mid-June and will take between six to eight weeks to complete.

Latest Developments
SolarPower Africa has been appointed by Anglo American to construct the PV plant.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
SolarPower Africa (PV plant).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Anglo American, tel +22 11 638 9111.
SolarPower Africa, tel +27 11 070 7577, fax +27 86 614 1376 or email info@spafrica.co.za.