Project: Saint Martin
Region: Aude, France
The construction of PV Saint Martin has got underway in Aude Province by GES-Siemsa, the EPC contractor chosen by Element Power. Project finance negotiations are also very advanced with signing anticipated in October 2010.
The 5,4 MW plant will comprise approximately 60,000 Thin Film modules by Sharp and 5 SMA Central Inverters. COD is forecast in early 2011. Included in the project build-out is an interpretive center, teaching visitors about photovoltaic technology and local biodiversity.
"PV Saint Martin will be Element Power's flagship project in France. Only the highest quality and most innovative equipment has be installed, setting a precedent for any future PV plants built by Element Power." - Diego Morales, Construction and O&M Department