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.

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.

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),estimated to beenough to cover the energy needs of over 21,000 residents of New Caledonia. The plant will also feature a lithium-ion energy storage system with a capacity of nearly 10 MW.

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.