August 8, 2023
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07th August 2023: On August 6th, Mannar, Sri Lanka, witnessed history as the Hiruras Wind Power Plant of WindForce PLC was inaugurated. Hon. Minister Kanchana Wijesekera, Minister of Power and Energy, led the event, marking a significant stride in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy journey.

Notable attendees included Hon. State Minister Indika Anuruddha, Ministry of Power officials, Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) representatives, Sustainable Energy Authority (SEA) and other local government officials, emphasizing the collaborative effort towards a greener future.

With a total capacity of 15 MW across two phases, the project reflected dedication in harnessing clean energy sources.

The first 10 MW phase began operations on June 12, 2023, followed by the 5 MW second phase on July 21, 2023, showcasing their unwavering commitment to sustainability.

The inauguration underscored a leap towards eco-conscious energy solutions and Sri Lanka’s transition to cleaner energy, setting a commendable example for global sustainable development.

 



 

 


July 31, 2023
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31st July 2023, Colombo: The winds of change are blowing in Mannar, Sri Lanka, as the Hiruras Power (Pvt) Ltd Wind Power Project takes centre stage. Situated in the wind rich Mannar wind belt, this unique project marks a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy journey. With WindForce holding a 100% stake and a combined capacity of 15 MW, this initiative further cements WindForce’s position as a leading player in the renewable energy sector, increasing their total installed capacity to an impressive 245.1 MW. Despite facing numerous challenges, including the Covid pandemic and economic crises, the project showcases the unwavering determination and commitment of the WindForce team.

With a total capacity of 15 MW, the Hiruras Wind Power Project consists of two phases: 10 MW and 5 MW. The first phase of 10 MW, was successfully commissioned on June 12, 2023, followed by the second phase of 5 MW, which was commissioned on July 21, 2023.

The road to completing the Hiruras Wind Power Project was not without obstacles. The year 2021 posed significant challenges for the project, with the Covid pandemic wreaking havoc on economies worldwide and disrupting supply chains. Additionally, the economic crisis further complicated matters. Despite these hurdles, WindForce exhibited remarkable resilience and perseverance, forging ahead with the construction while adhering to strict health and safety protocols. The successful completion of the project well ahead of the set timelines is a testament to the team’s dedication and adaptability.

WindForce’s commitment to excellence was evident throughout the project’s lifecycle. The company’s dedicated team handled all aspects of the project in-house, showcasing their expertise from the project’s inception to its realization. Starting with wind resource assessment and micro sighting, the team meticulously planned the power plant modelling and development processes, ensuring optimal efficiency and sustainability. The entire engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) process was expertly managed, resulting in a state-of-the-art wind power facility.

The completion of the Hiruras Power (Pvt) Ltd Wind Power Project in Mannar, Sri Lanka, stands as a remarkable achievement and a testament to the potential of renewable energy in the region. With WindForce leading the charge, the project’s success showcases their unwavering commitment to sustainability and resilience, even in the face of challenging global circumstances such as the Covid pandemic and economic crises. By surmounting these obstacles and delivering the project well ahead of schedule, WindForce has solidified its position as a leading player in the renewable energy sector, further contributing to Sri Lanka’s journey towards a greener and more sustainable future. The Hiruras Wind Power Project not only harnesses the abundant wind resources in the Mannar wind belt but also serves as a beacon of hope for other nations, inspiring them to pursue ambitious and impactful renewable energy initiatives in the fight against climate change. As the world looks to transition from fossil fuels to cleaner sources of energy, the successful completion of projects like Hiruras underscores the crucial role that innovation, determination, and dedication play in realizing a sustainable and environmentally responsible future.

 
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December 9, 2022
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COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, December 8th, 2022 – WindForce PLC, Sri Lanka’s largest independent renewable energy company, was crowned the Silver winner under the ‘Power and Energy Sector’ category at the coveted TAGS Awards 2022, organized by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka).

This year’s TAGS Awards marked the 57th edition of the competition, which honours multinationals, conglomerates, SMEs, NGOs and NPOs, for upholding CA Sri Lanka’s core principles – transparency, accountability, governance and sustainability – in both financial and non-financial reporting aspects.

WindForce was recognised for its insightful Annual Report which covers 6 capitals under the integrated reporting framework and follows a modular system of interconnected standards under the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). The report also adhered to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals when outlining the company’s sustainability, and environmental, social and governance practices.

Commenting on this achievement, Manjula Perera – Managing Director at WindForce said, “It is an absolute honor to be recognized by the TAGS Awards for our second published Annual Report. This milestone is a testament of our efforts as a responsible corporate citizen and we’re happy to support CA Sri Lanka to promote credible corporate reporting to provide key information that will enable investors to learn in-depth about a company’s operations and performance and make informed decisions.”

As a pioneer in wind power generation in Sri Lanka and one of the first local players in solar power generation, WindForce has continued to invest in viable, eco-friendly, and state-of-the-art renewable energy power plants across the country and has moved its operations to Pakistan, Uganda and Ukraine. WindForce recently unveiled its 29th plant, Solar Universe, which is also the first Agrovoltaic plant in Sri Lanka, and the company is currently in the process of building a 15MW wind power plant in Mannar.

Spearheading the growth of renewable energy in Sri Lanka, WindForce has also diversified into the Electric Vehicles (EV) industry by establishing two new subsidiaries. Satva Automotive Ltd. and Bluesky EV Ltd. were set up to explore opportunities in the local EV space and engage in EV conversions, respectively.

“At WindForce, we are committed to our mission to become the largest contributor to Sri Lanka’s renewable energy, and we look forward to expanding our footprint in the global market with our cutting-edge green technology,” added Perera.




 

 


October 25, 2022
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Roof mounted panels to offset electricity usage by 25%

25th October 2022: In an unprecedented move to ensure continued sustainable business operations, Hemas Holdings PLC has initiated a greater utilisation of renewable energy as a part of its Group Environmental Agenda 2030.

The diversified corporate initiated this process to install several roof-mounted solar PV systems from Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Fentons Ltd at strategic locations where the Group’s significant operations take place. Once fully functional, Hemas Holdings’ usage of solar energy will offset the electricity usage by 25%, ensuring that its operations will have a minimized impact on the environment.

In addition to reducing the Group’s atmospheric carbon footprint and minimising ozone depletion, adopting alternative energy sources has prepared Hemas Holdings to face eventual fossil fuel shortages.

Hemas Holdings is hopeful to utilise its position as a changemaker to inspire other corporates to switch to renewable energy sources as well, so that collectively, sustainable business will become the new normal, minimising the entire environmental impact on Sri Lanka as a whole.

Through its environmental agenda, Hemas has pledged to work towards raising awareness and championing advocacy through partnerships to safeguard the environment, actively pursue the use of natural resources in a responsible manner, limit the impact of operations and reduce the use of plastics that are harmful to the environment.

 



 

 

 


October 19, 2022
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In continuing its efforts to transition more corporates to clean, affordable energy, Hayleys Fentons recently signed an agreement with Maliban Biscuit Manufactories (Pvt) Ltd. & Maliban Dairy and Agri Products (Pvt) Ltd to install rooftop solar PV systems across its key operations.

A 240kW (288.90 kWp) Grid Tied rooftop solar PV system will be installed at the Maliban Store located in Ratmalana and a 330kW (373.68 kWp) Grid Tied rooftop solar PV system at the Maliban manufacturing plant in Thalakiriyagama, Galewela. The solar PV systems will be installed by Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons.

The agreement was signed on behalf of Maliban Biscuit Manufactories (Pvt) Ltd by Ms. Kumudika Fernando, Managing Director of the Maliban Group of Companies and Mr. Shanaka Wickramapala, Director of Maliban Group of Companies. Mr. Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director and Mr. Roshane Perera, Director & Chief Executive Officer of Hayleys Solar signed the agreement on behalf of Fentons Ltd.

“We continue our purpose-led focus on driving the transition to clean energy, which will support Sri Lanka in achieving its priorities of generating affordable electricity and enhancing energy security. We are pleased to partner with Maliban Biscuit Manufactories to support them to navigate the prevailing energy crisis and ensure continuity of their production and operations,” Mr. Prematillake commented.

Ms. Fernando stated, “Today, despite facing many challenges brought about by the current economic crisis, we have successfully progressed with our targets of renewable energy in order to contribute to the country’s target and to reduce our carbon footprint. With the expertise and service excellence Hayleys Solar possess in the field of renewable energy, we look forward to a seamless transition to solar.”

Mr. Perera, also shared his thoughts. “Businesses today are facing daily power cuts, tariff revisions and related financial and continuity challenges. As a leader in renewable energy solutions, the team at Hayleys Solar has been swiftly moving ahead on a large pipeline of projects, working across commercial, industrial and residential requirements to build energy resilience.”

Maliban is Sri Lanka’s pioneering biscuit manufacturer with a history spanning over 60 years. Today, Maliban Manufactories (Pvt) Ltd. stands as one of the nation’s most trusted and respected brands, with a wide range of products sold at over 100,000 stores around the island. Globally, Maliban reaches over 35 countries across 5 continents. The Maliban Manufacturing plant produces 25 million packs of biscuits every month under stringent hygienic guidelines. Maliban is also an ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, and OHSAS 18001 certified company, and is managed by a highly skilled team of professionals who oversee several key disciplines.

Hayleys Solar predominantly focuses on Solar PV installations for domestic, commercial, and industrial purposes as well as utility-scale projects to enable greater utilisation of clean energy locally.  Hayleys Solar has successfully completed over 100MW of solar installations island wide making it Sri Lanka’s undisputed leader in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC).

Hayleys Fentons is also an ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001 certified company.

 



 

 

 


October 12, 2022
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October 11, 2022 – Colombo: WindForce PLC, the leading renewable energy producer in Sri Lanka marks yet again another commemorable milestone with the 10MW agrovoltaic plant, Solar Universe. The plant was commissioned on the 28th of September and was officially opened by Hon. Kanchana Wijesekera, Minister of Power and Energy, Sri Lanka, on the 11th of October.

The construction of this 10MW ground mounted solar power plant started in September of 2021 and was commission 10 months after. Being an agrovoltaic plant, Solar Universe is the first of its kind for the company, as well as for Sri Lanka.

Agrovoltaic plants combine the growth of agricultural crops with solar power production, optimizing the use of land to increase its efficiency. Seeing that both solar power plants and agricultural crops need to be located in areas with access to ample levels of sunlight, the concept of agrovoltaic plants caters to the needs of two sectors.

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The Solar Universe plant, located in Vavunathivu, will consist of plots of land allocated to local farmers who may tend to the crops they grow and subsequently sell their harvests; paving the way for an additional source of income for them. After considering the climate and soil profile in the area, crops such as peanuts, green chillies, beans, turnips and watermelons are already in the process of being grown. This agrovoltaic plant supports the company’s efforts towards normalizing the use of renewable energy and creating a sustainable environment, and additionally increases food production and creates a livelihood for the local communities.

WindForce PLC holds a 33.33% stake of the new Solar Universe plant, which will additionally increase the company’s solar portfolio to 134.6 MW. The company is simultaneously in the midst of constructing their latest wind power plant, Hiruras Power, in Mannar. This 15MW (10+5) wind power plant is expected to be complete by the end of December, 2022. This will increase the company’s wind portfolio to 84.2 MW.

Overall, with the addition of Solar Universe and Hiruras Power, WindForce’s total installed capacity will increase to 245MW by the end of FY22/23 with an effective capacity of 146.5MW.

 



 

 

 


July 25, 2022
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Hayleys Solar, the specialised renewable energy solutions arm of Fentons Ltd., recently introduced a state-of-the-art ‘PV–DG’ solution to the local business sector to help effectively utilize solar energy and minimize fuel costs. The fuel-saving system is specifically meant for businesses that have invested in solar rooftops but continue to face the challenges of increased diesel requirements for generators, amidst today’s drastic shortage and the price hikes. 

It is designed to synchronize the solar PV systems with Diesel Generators with the help of a priority controller which can save up to 70% fuel costs depending on the loading of the generator. As the cost incurred for fuel continues to rise, it is estimated that this ‘PV-DG’ system will save businesses over LKR 152.00 per kWh as per the latest fuel prices and will help to significantly reduce and optimize fuel usage at a national level. 

A key drawback of on-grid solar solutions is that the solar power system automatically switches off during a power cut, wasting the solar energy that could be generated during that period. Ensuring maximum utilisation of the power generated by the solar system during the power cuts without the use of a battery, the ‘PV-DG’ solution is perfectly designed to assist businesses to combat these energy and fuel-related challenges. The ‘PV-DG’ solution can be conveniently extended across most commercially available inverter brands. 

Mr. Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Fentons Ltd., shared his thoughts on this latest solution. “As the power and fuel crisis in the country continues to prevail, it is imperative that we bring alternate, renewable energy solutions to businesses, helping to keep industries afloat and reduce dependency on diesel. As a responsible organisation with a focus on offering efficient energy solutions to our valued clientele, we introduced this ‘PV–DG’ solution to help businesses navigate this deepening energy and fuel crisis, sustaining their operations and productivity without hindrance.”    

Backed by a thorough data monitoring via the cloud which enables remote monitoring to control the system, this ‘PV-DG’ solution controls the inverter output of the solar PV system. Engineered according to the latest German technology, the controllers are manufactured by a company which has successfully completed numerous high-end projects worldwide. The controller also features protection against reverse power which is crucial for the synchronization of a system of this nature. 

Mr. Roshane Perera, Chief Executive Officer of Hayleys Solar also commented on this latest introduction. “In the current crisis situation, this ‘PV-DG’ solution will help the local businesses with solar rooftops to sustain their operations effectively, as the constant power outages greatly impact the cost of electricity generation as well as the production of the solar-powered system. As the market leader of renewable energy solutions in Sri Lanka, we are committed to providing customized solutions that assist our valued customers during these difficult times and in the future.” 

With over a decade of market excellence, Hayleys Solar has successfully completed over 75MW of solar installations island wide making it the undisputed leader in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) companies in Sri Lanka. Hayleys Fentons is driven by a dynamic, energetic, and young team of over 200 BSc. qualified engineers, assuring due diligence and the highest quality standards.

 

 



 

 


June 28, 2022
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The acquisition deal by Eco Atlantic in Block 3B/4B marks the revitalization of energy exploration across southern Africa, representing an important step to kickstarting domestic energy security on the back of oil and gas

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, June 27, 2022/APO Group/ –Canadian-based oil and gas exploration company, Eco Atlantic, has, through its subsidiary Azinam Limited, signed a farmout agreement for the acquisition of an additional 6.25% participating interest in Block 3B/4B offshore South Africa. The $10 million deal, pending approval from the South African government and other relevant parties, will expand Eco Atlantic’s participating interest in Block 3B/4B to 26.25%.

With South Africa, Namibia and the African continent at large focusing on expanding oil and gas exploration and boosting investment in energy developments through improved partnerships with international independents such as Eco Atlantic, the African Energy Chamber (AEC), as the voice of the African energy sector, strongly supports the farmout agreement and marks the deal as a game changer for South Africa. At a time when Africa’s untapped resources hold the solution to the world’s energy crisis, agreements such as this will be key for unlocking a new era of exploration and production in Africa.

The deal itself positions Eco Atlantic at the forefront of frontier exploration in Africa. Located between 120-250 km offshore South Africa in the Orange Basin and covering an area ~17,581km² wide, Block 3B/4B lies in water depths ranging from 300-2500 meters. Owing to the basin’s close proximity to recent major discoveries such as those made by Shell in Graff-1 and TotalEnergies in Venus in neighboring Namibia in February 2022, the Eco Atlantic deal represents a positive development towards the discovery of other massive reserves in the Orange Basin and will be critical for South Africa as the country looks to reawaken its own hydrocarbon market.

According to Gil Holzman, Co-Founder and CEO of Eco Atlantic, who is one of the high-level industry executives participating in upstream discussions during African Energy Week (AEW) 2022, stated that, “We are seeing growing industry interest in the entire Orange Basin and in particular in Block 3B/4B, and are therefore very happy to have managed to increase our WI on the Block. We are working closely with our partners to progress the technical work required, which includes reprocessing the 3D seismic we have for the Block, in order to evaluate and identify drilling prospects and high grade leads for a drilling campaign we are contemplating for next year. We are set for an exciting couple of months, and we look forward to keeping our stakeholders updated as we look to spud the Gazania-1 well on Block 2B, offshore South Africa, in early September 2022.”

Currently, Eco Atlantic, alongside its partners including Africa Oil Corp (20%) and Ricocure (53.75%), are reprocessing 3D seismic surveys at the block, which will be used to high-grade leads towards identifying drilling targets in the preparation for a potential drilling campaign in 2023. With major players including Shell, Kosmos Energy, TotalEnergies and Anadarko also expanding their footprints in the area, Eco Atlantic’s deal marks a new era of increased exploration, cooperation and competition which is both vital and healthy for boosting southern Africa’s oil and gas market growth.

“We are bullish about Eco Atlantic for its ongoing commitment to exploring South Africa’s offshore basins. With deep water oil and gas projects holding the key for Africa to address energy poverty, industrialization and kickstart production, particularly as legacy projects in producing countries diminish, Eco Atlantic is well positioned and committed to supporting Africa to make energy poverty history through the exploitation of domestic resources,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC, adding that, “We hope to see more deals such as this signed at the continent’s premier event for the oil and gas industry, an event that positions oil and gas at the center of Africa’s energy sector revolution.”

At AEW 2022, Holzman will not only provide updates on the company’s progress in Africa, including the Block 3B/4B acquisition, but insight into Eco Atlantic’s future exploration and production plans across Namibia and South Africa’s hydrocarbon-rich basins. AEW 2022 will feature Eco Atlantic in high-level panel discussions and forums to discuss the role of independents in boosting upstream activities and investments across Africa’s oil and gas market.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Week (AEW).

 



 

 


June 20, 2022
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, recently launched “Energynet”, an off grid/hybrid solar PV system with battery backup, to effectively combat the prevailing power outages experienced in Sri Lanka. Withover a decade of market excellence, Hayleys Solar has successfully completed over 75MW of solar installations island wide making it the undisputed leader in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company in Sri Lanka.

A key disadvantage of on-grid solar solutions is that the solar system automatically switches off when there is a power cut, wasting solar energy that could be generated during the day. The Energynet solution mitigates this drawback by enabling solar energy to be utilised even during a power outage. Due to the energy stored in the battery, this gives a solution for night-time power cuts as well.

Solar power generated via this solution during the day, can be stored and utilised regardless of the availability of power from the main grid and ensures access to uninterrupted power at all times. The solar PV system will also charge the batteries during the daytime and discharge them when there is a power outage. Energynet can consistently power critical loads, such as lights, refrigerators, fans, televisions, and laptops. If the customer desires, the scalability of the system allows it to be customised to power higher loads such as air conditioners and pumps.

In addition to reducing the electricity bill, Energynet is a noise-free, eco-friendly solution which does not require any fuel or gas and eliminates operational costs and the hassle of waiting in unending queues. Energynet eliminates the hazard of storing fuel in canisters for backup generators.

The inverters of the Energynet Solution range between 0.5kW to 5kW single-phase units which can operate with one of three sources; the solar PV array, the battery, and the grid. The Energynet battery system (LiFePO4) ranges from 1.2kWh to 10.24kWh with battery cells from BYD/CATL, the leading battery manufacturers based in China. The batteries have a life span of over 3,000 cycles which translates to approximately 8 years if discharged once a day, 4 years if discharged twice a day.

o support customers during these challenging times, Hayleys Solar has partnered with leading banking and financial institutions for zero percent interest easy payment and credit card schemes ranging from 12 to 60 months.

Customers with pre-existing solar panels simply have to connect the Energynet solution (inverter and battery only) to existing panels and charge it directly from the grid. Customers who are new to solar energy can choose to install solar panels along with the Energynet solution or use Energynet as a stand-alone solution (without solar panels) as it can be charged via the grid. The aforementioned flexibility makes Energynet a viable solution for apartment dwellers as well.

Mr. Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Fentons Ltd., says “As challenging circumstances continue to prevail, it is imperative that we foster practical, alternate renewable energy solutions. As a responsible organisation with a focus on offering efficient energy solutions, we have introduced Energynet to assist consumers in sustaining their lives, operations, and productivity.  Our extensive range of solutions cater to varied energy requirements of the market including branch networks, offices, shops, restaurants and more. The solution will also be greatly beneficial to software development and IT-dependent companies who can assist their employees to purchase Energynet, so they can work from home without any power interruptions.”

Mr. Roshane Perera, Director & Chief Executive Officer of Hayleys Solar, said, “We are driven by a dynamic, energetic, and young team of over 200 BSc. qualified engineers, assuring due diligence and the highest quality standards. We strive to develop solutions capable of meeting the nation’s evolving energy requirements. Energynet is an ideal solution for the present power cuts and non-availability of fuel as it allows the consumers to power up key appliances required to continue their daily lives in a convenient manner.”

 

 



 

 

 


June 1, 2022
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, with over 80 years of engineering excellence, recently introduced DI-Solar, a revolutionary solution, enabling the power generated through the existing solar PV systems to be utilized during the prevailing daytime power interruptions, thereby preventing the power wastage. This is Sri Lanka’s first and only cutting-edge solution in the market that allows the power generated by solar systems to be utilized without any mode of battery storage, which is ideal for the industries facing various challenges due to the power shortage in the country, as it facilitates uninterrupted business operations and reduces the spend on fuel for generators by 50% to 70%.

In addition to the heavy focus on the industrial usage, DI-Solar also comes with a consumer solution component, which will soon be introduced to the market, further accelerating nation’s green journey.

Industries in Sri Lanka are facing many challenges in pursuit of seamlessly continuing their business operations during the regular power cuts, without incurring production losses and downtime. Although many business enterprises are having pre-installed rooftop solar PV systems, they are unable to use the power generated through the solar PV systems during power outages at daytime, as the grid is not available. Thus, they are compelled to entirely depend on generators, to continue operations at a time when fuel incurs a high cost.

The continuous offering of innovative solutions to address the issues of the country’s power sector is a testament to DIMO’s vast expertise in the power and energy sector.

DI-Solar offers, a high-tech controller from a leading manufacturer in Europe that would be installed on new or existing solar PV systems and whenever there is a daytime power interruption, it enables the premises to operate as an off-grid system and utilize the power generated through the solar PV system to cater to the internal requirement, which otherwise would have been wasted.

When power interruptions occur during the daytime, the generators will start producing electricity to serve the electricity demand in the premises. In the next instance, the proposed controller comes into operation by using the parameters in the electricity generated by the generator to trigger solar PV inverters to be switched on. The solar PV inverters will then commence its process of generating electricity and become the primary energy source to cater the load, while reducing the electricity generation by generators, resulting in a reduction of fuel consumption. Moreover, this solution can be further improved to use even during the night-time power interruptions by integrating a battery.  DI-Solar can be customised according to any existing solar PV system and the company also offers solar PV systems with this solution for the industrialists who do not possess pre-installed solar PV systems to power their plants.

Mr. Ranjith Pandithage, Chairman & Managing Director of DIMO said, “This project is yet another timely offering by DIMO and we continue to fuel the dreams and aspirations of the communities we serve in, providing the nation the means to switch to renewable energy solutions, which in the current context is extremely important.”

If installed at a facility with an approximate solar PV system capacity of 650kW and experiences an average 3–4-hour daytime power interruption, during which generators are used to cater the demand, the DI-Solar system has a capability to drastically reduce the fuel consumption, as it only requires fuel to cater for the minimum load of the generator (around 30% of the generator capacity). The rest of the energy requirement of the generators (the balance 70%) will be attained by utilizing solar energy generated through the solar PV panels. Accordingly, the business enterprise will also reduce its expenditure on fuel and enjoy a swift payback period of 1-2 years.

DI-Solar also allows industries to use renewable energy without totally depending on the national grid, as a proactive measure in facing any future challenges in the local power sector while also allowing them to contribute more to the national GDP output through uninterrupted operations and reducing the foreign spend on fuel imports.

 



 

 

 



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