Aguabrava / Patim
Patim, Fogo
Aguabrava – Patim Solar PV Project
As part of our ongoing mission to support sustainable water infrastructure in Cabo Verde, we implemented a grid-connected photovoltaic system for Aguabrava in the town of Patim, Fogo. This project provides clean, renewable energy for water treatment and distribution operations, significantly reducing dependency on the national grid.
| Client | Aguabrava – Public Water Utility |
|---|---|
| Location | Patim, Fogo Island, Cabo Verde |
| Commissioned | April 2019 |
| System Type | Grid-Connected Photovoltaic (PV) System |
System Specifications
| Total PV Capacity | 23.8 kWp (DC) / 20 kWp (AC) |
|---|---|
| Modules Used | 85 x SUNTECH 280Wp Polycrystalline |
| Inverter | 1 x SMA Sunny Tripower 20.000 |
| Monitoring System | Sunny Data Manager, WAGO PLC |
| Environmental Sensors | Radiation, Wind, and Temperature Sensors |
Impact & Beneficts
- Lower energy costs for water utility operations
- Increased energy independence through solar generation
- Real-time monitoring and control for performance optimization
- Integration of environmental data for predictive maintenance and efficiency
Key Technologies & Brands
- Suntech – Reliable, polycrystalline PV modules
- SMA Sunny Tripower – High-efficiency commercial inverter
- WAGO PLC – Industrial automation and data management
- Environmental Sensors – Radiation, wind, and temperature tracking