The Paracatu Sao Joao Photovoltaic Cluster Project in Brazil, which was built by POWERCHINA, was recently connected to the grid and as begun generating power at full capacity.
POWERCHINA staff members pose for a group photo in front of the Paracatu Sao Joao Photovoltaic Cluster Project in Brazil.
Covering a total area of 4.69 million square meters, the project has an installed capacity of 267.04 MW. It utilizes a solar automatic tracking system that increases the photovoltaic power generation by approximately 30 percent compared to traditional fixed systems.
POWERCHINA has adhered to the concept of full-process design optimization in regards to this project, thus it has fully utilized the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) general contracting model.
The project is expected to generate an annual average of approximately 421 million kilowatt-hours, saving about 168,400 metric tons of standard coal per year and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 419,700 tons per year.
With significant economic, environmental, and social benefits, this project will contribute to the development of renewable energy in Brazil.
