The Belvesol power plant retrofit stands as a testament to the fruitful collaboration between TENERGIE and Green Power. This comprehensive overhaul involved replacing outdated inverters with state-of-the-art Huawei inverters, significantly boosting the plant’s efficiency and overall performance.
Located in Belvézet (Gard), France, the Belvesol site boasts a capacity of 5.3 MW, catering to the energy needs of 5,000 inhabitants. Since January 2023, the revamping has resulted in a significant CO2 reduction of 1,065 tons.
Operating in France since 2008, TENERGIE has always aimed to maximize solar performance. Through the Belvesol power plant revamping, they have achieved this goal. Unlike other players in the sector, TENERGIE retains ownership and operates their plants over the long term, ensuring sustained efficiency and performance.
The partnership with GP has been a model of trust and cooperation, leading to enhanced plant efficiency and significant environmental benefits. This case study underscores the importance of strategic partnerships and advanced technology in driving the renewable energy sector forward.
Challenges:
Supplying businesses with agile self-consumption photovoltaic solutions
Since its inception in 2008, TENERGIE has emerged as a prominent player in the French renewable energy sector, focusing extensively on solar energy. Initially, their projects were centered on agricultural buildings, later expanding to public structures and ground-based photovoltaic installations. Over the past 15 years, TENERGIE has primarily developed solar assets and a few wind farms, collaborating with farmers, local authorities, and industrial companies.
A significant challenge for TENERGIE was ensuring the efficiency and longevity of their solar power plants. The Belvesol power plant, a 5-megawatt installation, was underperforming due to outdated inverters. This situation necessitated a comprehensive retrofit to boost efficiency and maximize solar performance through repowering.
Solution:
Complete Retrofit with Huawei Inverters
In collaboration with GP, TENERGIE embarked on an extensive retrofit of the Belvesol power plant in Belvézet (Gard), France. This ambitious project involved the removal of the old-generation inverters and the installation of advanced Huawei inverters, specifically the 100 KTL model. Known for their reliability and efficiency, these inverters significantly enhanced the plant’s performance.
Key Features of the Retrofit:
The retrofit at the Belvesol power plant was a transformative project. The Huawei 100 KTL inverters, chosen for their advanced technology and cost-effectiveness, replaced the outdated systems. This upgrade increased the plant’s capacity to 5.3 MW, which is sufficient to meet the energy needs of approximately 5,000 inhabitants. With the focus on self-consumption, this retrofit also had a substantial environmental impact, reducing CO2 emissions by 1,065 tons since January 2023.
Equipped with DC&AC protection, 10 Maximum Power Point Trackers (MPPTs), and string-level monitoring, these inverters were instrumental in achieving TENERGIE’s objective of maximizing solar performance through repowering.
Benefits:
Enhanced Efficiency and Significant CO2 Reduction
The retrofit of the Belvesol power plant has been a resounding success, yielding remarkable results. The new Huawei inverters have drastically improved the plant’s efficiency, ensuring it meets the energy requirements of around 5,000 inhabitants. Environmentally, the project has been a game-changer, avoiding 1,065 tons of CO2 emissions since January 2023, thereby contributing significantly to a cleaner and greener environment.
Moreover, the sustainable partnership between TENERGIE and GP, characterized by trust, transparency, and regular communication, has been pivotal in overcoming various challenges, including the electronic equipment crisis.
End Result and Achievements:
Through the successful retrofit of the Belvesol power plant, TENERGIE and GP have set a remarkable precedent. The project has not only avoided 1,065 tons of CO2 emissions since January 2023 but also showcased the potential of repowering older installations with advanced technology to achieve greater efficiency and environmental benefits. The enduring partnership between TENERGIE and GP exemplifies how trust, transparency, and regular communication can overcome industry challenges and drive sustainable growth, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in the renewable energy sector.