What will Prony resources New Caledonia do with solar energy?

Per a 25-year renewable power purchase agreement, the clean energy produced from the solar projects will supply power to industrial operations of Prony Resources New Caledonia. TotalEnergies will use its expertise in solar projects to build a 160-MW solar project, with the first phase of 30 MW expected to come online by 2023.

What will totalenergies do in New Caledonia?

Noumea, December 20, 2021 – TotalEnergies will develop a series of photovoltaic and energy storage projects in New Caledonia in order to deliver decarbonized electricity via a 25-year renewable power purchase agreement (PPA) for the industrial operations of mining and metallurgy consortium Prony Resources New Caledonia.

Will totalenergies build a 160-MW solar project in New Caledonia?

TotalEnergies will use its expertise in solar projects to build a 160-MW solar project, with the first phase of 30 MW expected to come online by 2023. Once this project is fully operational, it will be sufficient to meet 67% energy needs of Prony Resources New Caledonia and significantly lower carbon emissions.

How many solar panels does New Caledonia have?

Equipped with more than 58,000 solar panels, the plant has installed capacity of nearly 16 megawatts-peak (MWp), enough to cover the energy needs of over 21,000 residents of New Caledonia. The plant will feature a lithium-ion energy storage system (ESS) with a capacity of nearly 10 MW.

What is Schott Solar?

Schott Solar is a manufacturer of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems for residential, commercial and large scale applications. They offer crystalline modules, thin film modules, and receivers (concentrated solar power components). Schott Solar provides a 25-year performance warranty for its modules.

Why do we support New Caledonia's energy transition?

We are very proud to support their energy transition, and that of New Caledonia," s aid Thierry Muller, CEO of TotalEnergies Renewables France. "As industrial firms, we think and act responsibly. Our two companies are committed to protecting natural resources and biodiversity, and to improving the situation of local communities.