Kesses 2 Solar PV Park is a 55MW solar PV power project. It is planned in Uasin Gishu, Kenya. The project is currently in permitting stage. It will be developed in single phase. Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2023.
| Project Type | Total Capacity (MW) | Active Capacity (MW) | Pipeline Capacity (MW) | Project Status | Project Location | Project Developer | Solar PV | 55 | – | 55 | Permitting | Uasin Gishu, Kenya | Alten Energias Renovables |
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Description
The project is being developed and currently owned by Alten Energias Renovables.
Kesses 2 Solar PV Park is a ground-mounted solar project.
The project cost is expected to be around $82.4m.
Development Status
Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2023.
Power Purchase Agreement
The power generated from the project will be sold to Kenya Power and Lighting under a power purchase agreement.
Contractors Involved
Wartsila is expected to render EPC services for the solar PV power project.
About Alten Energias Renovables
Alten Energias Renovables SL (Alten Energias) is a renewable energy company. It develops, finances and operates solar photovoltaic power plants. The company offers services such as construction and engineering, design and development, operation and maintenance, and investment and funding services. It also provides technical support and supervision services. Alten Energias solar farms and develops Greenfield projects. In addition, the company offers integrated energy solutions for photovoltaic projects. It develops photovoltaic power plants in Southern Europe, Latin America, Southern Africa, Asia and North America. The company has operations in the Netherlands, Spain and Mexico. Alten Energias is headquartered in Spain.
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