Frescomar / Fabrica de Farninha
Mindelo, São Vicente
Frescomar – Solar Energy Integration Project
To support Frescomar in reducing operational energy costs and carbon emissions, we implemented a grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) system at their factory in Mindelo. This project enhances the factory’s sustainability while maintaining efficient power consumption through intelligent solar technology.
The goal: enhance energy efficiency, reduce grid dependency, and lower electricity expenses through a tailored photovoltaic system.
| Client | Frescomar – Fish Processing factory |
|---|---|
| Location | Mindelo, São Vicente, Cabo Verde |
| Operator | Projektierungsgesellschaft für regenerative Energiesysteme mbH |
| Commissioned | January 27, 2020 |
| System Type | Grid-Connected Photovoltaic (PV) System |
| Total reduction in production cost | 20% |
Sytem Specifications
| PV System Capacity | 124.000 kWp (DC) / 100 kWp (AC) |
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| Estimated Annual Production | ~217,000 kWh (1,750 kWh/kWp) |
| CO₂ Emissions Avoided | ~151.9 tons/year |
| Modules Used | 400 x Q.Cells Q.PEAK-G4.4 310 W |
| Inverters | 2 x SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 |
| Monitoring System | Sunny Home Manager 2.0 |
| Azimuth Angle | 0° |
| Inclination Angle | 8° |
Impact & Details
- Reduced energy costs through direct PV generation
- Lower environmental footprint with significant annual CO₂ savings
- High system reliability with SMA inverters and advanced monitoring
- Efficient use of available rooftop space in industrial setting
Technologies Used
- Q.Cells – High-performance PV modules
- SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 – Commercial string inverters
- Sunny Home Manager 2.0 – Smart monitoring and energy optimization