Longi Partners with Carvalho Energia Sustentável, Supplying 53 MWp Modules to Power 15 Solar Plants Across Minas ... - SolarQuarter
Longi Partners with Carvalho Energia Sustentável, Supplying 53 MWp Modules to Power 15 Solar Plants Across Minas Gerais - SolarQuarter
In a strategic move towards sustainable energy generation, Minas Gerais-based company Carvalho Energia Sustentável has diversified its portfolio by investing in hydroelectric and solar plants. The company’s expansion into solar energy follows the publication of Normative Resolution No. 482 by the National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel), which set the rules for distributed generation (DG) in Brazil.
Carvalho Energia Sustentável’s solar venture, totaling 53 MWp of installed capacity, encompasses 15 plants located in Minas Gerais. Among these, five units are already operational, with an installed capacity of 18 MWp, while four plants are under construction and six are in the design phase. The company’s commitment to reliability and quality has led it to partner with Chinese company Longi, utilizing over 100,000 photovoltaic modules for its solar projects.
Felipe Carvalho, Executive Director of Carvalho Energia Sustentável and energy trading company ClickLivre, emphasizes the importance of selecting reliable suppliers for the company’s long-term success. Notably, one of Carvalho’s photovoltaic plants in northern Minas achieved significant energy production in March, underscoring the effectiveness of its investment in solar energy.
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The partnership with Longi reflects Carvalho’s dedication to quality and reliability. Longi’s focus on research and development (R&D) and innovation aligns with Carvalho’s long-term approach to sustainability. Rafael Gao, Longi’s South America sales director, highlights the synergy between the two companies, emphasizing a shared commitment to long-term partnerships and transparency.
Carvalho’s investment in quality extends beyond photovoltaic modules to include trackers, monitoring systems, and inverters from leading brands in the market. Standardization of equipment enhances operational efficiency and facilitates problem-solving across multiple plants.
Continuous communication and monitoring of energy generation are integral to Carvalho’s partnership with Longi. The company’s team prioritizes learning and problem-solving, striving for preventive measures to ensure optimal performance of its solar plants.
Looking ahead, Carvalho Energia Sustentável remains open to further expansion opportunities beyond its current projects in Minas Gerais. With a focus on sustainable energy solutions, the company is poised to contribute to Brazil’s renewable energy sector while embracing the limitless potential of solar energy
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