Originated by SOLA, the Aries 10 MW Solar Project was developed as a greenfield site in partnership with BioTherm Energy, a US-backed independent power producer, ahead of Round 1 of South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Program (REIPPPP).

This project has been in operation since commissioning in the beginning of 2014, and SOLA  retains a minority shareholding and a seat on the board of the project company.

Key activities by SOLA:

• Complete permitting and licensing of project
• Management of the grid integration design and authorisation process
• Consultation on design drawings in relation to permits and authorisations
• Management of the EPC selection, appointment and contracting process