Morgavel 50MW Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant - følg statusen

RWE utvikler stort solkraftverk

The Morgavel Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant is a large-scale renewable energy project located near Sines in southern Portugal. The plant was developed and is owned by RWE, a global leader in renewable energies, aiming to strengthen its footprint on the Iberian Peninsula. The project was executed under an EPC contract awarded to Omexom Renewables Portugal, which was responsible for engineering, procurement, and construction of the plant.

50 MW med avanserte solpaneler

The plant features an installed capacity of 50 MWac and spans an area of approximately 100 hectares, equivalent to the size of around 100 football stadiums. Morgavel contains nearly 98,832 bifacial high-performance solar modules mounted on 3,244 single-axis dual-row trackers supported by 15,381 poles. These trackers allow panels to tilt from -55 to +55 degrees to optimize sun exposure throughout the day. By using bifacial technology, the modules capture sunlight on both their front and rear surfaces, increasing energy yield by 5 to 10 percent compared to traditional fixed-tilt solar arrays.

Strøm til 45 000 husholdninger

The project supply is expected to provide renewable electricity sufficient to power approximately 45,000 Portuguese households annually. Located in a region with around 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, it contributes to Portugal’s green energy goals, including its planned Green Hydrogen valleys initiative. The site’s design and construction prioritized high safety standards and environmental sustainability, aligning with Portugal’s and the EU’s climate objectives.

Presis bygging med AI-overvåking

Construction commenced before 2023 and was commissioned in July 2023. The build process involved complex engineering challenges, particularly ensuring precise alignment of the tracking systems and avoiding inter-row shading, mandating meticulous earthworks and installation accuracy. Omexom employed advanced AI-enabled construction monitoring with GIS analytics and frequent drone inspections, reducing human errors to under 3 centimeters and enabling real-time quality control and reporting for RWE.

Grønn byggeplass med null ulykker

Environmental sustainability was also a critical focus during construction, with the project implementing a fully solar-powered 'green container' construction camp. This innovative setup significantly reduced diesel fuel use by 92%, cutting carbon emissions by over 24 metric tons of CO2 equivalent during the build. Such measures demonstrate a strong commitment to minimizing the carbon footprint and employing renewable energy not only in plant operations but throughout the construction phase. The project mobilized up to 200 workers and achieved a zero-accident safety record, showcasing a robust safety culture.