The FRV Sebastopol Solar Farm in NSW, Australia, has started generating clean energy
• With an area of 248 hectares, it is located 16 km south of Temora, approximately 440 km south-west of Sydney in New South Wales and contributes to the economic development of the local area.
• The project is progressing according to the timeline despite the challenges posed during the past year by the global pandemic and significant COVID-19 outbreaks in New South Wales and Victoria
Fotowatio Renewable Ventures Australia has started generating clean energy at its solar farm in Sebastopol, Australia, which is expected to reach full capacity over the coming months. The plant will contribute to the energy needs and economic development of the local area, while helping to drive Australia’s transition to green energy. A key part of Abdul Latif Jameel Energy, which is a world leader in the development of sustainable energy solutions., FRV Australia will be 49% owned by OMERS Infrastructure upon completion of a previously-announced transaction signed in October 2021
Covering 248 hectares and located in a rural area the plant will eventually have a net annual energy production capacity of approximately 200,000 MWh, with an output of 90 MWac, capable of meeting the energy demand of up to 40,000 households.
So far, the project has positively impacted the local community, creating more than 200 jobs during construction with the potential for further job openings once the operations phase begins.
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The project brings FRV closer to its goal of decarbonizing the international energy system and building a more sustainable future in its target markets. Beon Energy Solutions (Beon) is the EPC Contractor carrying out the construction which is now reaching its final stages.
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