Gransolar’s construction subsidiary GRS has been selected by Recurrent Energy to build the 171MW Carwarp solar farm and battery storage project in Mildura, Victoria.
The project involves the construction of a state-of-the-art solar farm with advanced bifacial modules supplied by Recurrent’s parent company, Canadian Solar, as well as single-axis trackers from PV Hardware, which is part of the Gransolar Group.
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The solar farm will be connected to the newly planned Ausnet’s Carwarp terminal station via a 6.7km 220kV overhead line, ensuring efficient transmission of the generated power.
Recurrent Energy general manager APAC David Krsevan said, “We are pleased to announce our agreement with GRS for the construction of the Carwarp project. This milestone reinforces our commitment to delivering clean energy solutions, contributing to Australia’s renewable energy expansion.”
Gransolar Group managing director Australia Jose Miguel Plaza Pardo said, “The Carwarp Solar Farm represents a significant investment in the future of renewable energy in Australia.
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“We are proud to be at the forefront of this initiative, which will not only contribute to reducing carbon emissions but also create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the region.
“This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire GRS team. Our track record in Australia speaks for itself, and we look forward to commencing a fruitful commercial relationship with Recurrent Energy.”
