Voltalia Secures EPC Contracts for Two Irish Solar Power Plants
Voltalia, a prominent player in the global renewable energy sector, has been chosen by ESB, a semi-state-owned utility company in Ireland, to provide engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for two new solar power plants. The contracts, totaling 92.9 megawatts, cover the construction of the 43.7-megawatt Carriglong solar power plant and the 49.2-megawatt Clashwilliam solar power plant. This partnership marks the fourth collaboration between Voltalia and ESB since 2023, cementing Voltalia's position as a key player in Ireland's renewable energy landscape.
Voltalia has a long-standing relationship with ESB, having previously worked together on several high-profile projects, including the 108-megawatt Timahoe North solar park and the 75-megawatt Middleton House project. Since the summer of 2024, Voltalia has been awarded the construction of over 600 megawatts in Ireland, in addition to the 365 megawatts already commissioned in the country since 2022. Voltalia's Chief Executive Officer, Robert Klein, expressed his satisfaction with the continued collaboration, stating, "These new services contracts further consolidate our expanding presence in Ireland."
Key Takeaways:
- Voltalia has been awarded two new EPC contracts for solar power plants in Ireland, totaling 92.9 megawatts.
- The contracts cover the construction of the 43.7-megawatt Carriglong solar power plant and the 49.2-megawatt Clashwilliam solar power plant.
- This partnership marks the fourth collaboration between Voltalia and ESB since 2023, solidifying Voltalia's position as a key player in Ireland's renewable energy landscape.
- Voltalia has a significant presence in Ireland, with over 602 megawatts of new construction and 365 megawatts already commissioned since 2022.
- The company has a portfolio of projects under development with a total capacity of 17.4 GW.
- Voltalia offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses, including the supply of green electricity, energy efficiency services, and local production of electricity.
Statistics:
- 92.9 megawatts of solar power plant capacity awarded to Voltalia.
- 43.7 megawatts for the Carriglong solar power plant.
- 49.2 megawatts for the Clashwilliam solar power plant.
- Over 600 megawatts of new construction awarded to Voltalia in Ireland since the summer of 2024.
- 365 megawatts of renewable energy capacity commissioned in Ireland since 2022.
- 3.3 GW of capacity in operation and under construction for Voltalia.
- 17.4 GW of projects under development in Voltalia's portfolio.
Sources:
- Voltalia, "About Voltalia" (www.voltalia.com)
- Close Up Media, "Voltalia Secures EPC Contracts for Two Irish Solar Power Plants" (newsdesk@closeupmedia.com)