GIZ / ECREEE
Praia, Santiago
GIZ / ECREEE – Solar, Storage & E-Mobility Project
In collaboration with GIZ and ECREEE, this project demonstrates an advanced integration of photovoltaic generation, battery storage, and intelligent e-mobility infrastructure. Designed to serve as a model for smart energy solutions in West Africa, the system supports self-consumption, grid support, and electric vehicle (EV) charging through a fully integrated energy management platform.
| Client | GIZ / ECREEE – Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency |
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| Location | Praia, Santiago – Cape Verde |
| Operator | ECREEE |
| Commissioned | March 3, 2020 |
| Project Type | Rooftop PV, Carport, EV Charger & Battery Storage |
System Specifications
| Total PV Capacity | 13.26 kWp (DC) / 13 kWp (AC) |
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| Estimated Annual Production | ~23,205 kWh (1,750 kWh/kWp) |
| CO₂ Emissions Avoided | ~16.2 tons/year |
| Battery Storage | BYD Box Lithium 48V, 28 kWh (27,984 Wh nominal) |
| EV Charging | SSL Smart PV Charge System |
| Inverters | SMA Tripower 3.0, Tripower 10.0, Sunny Island 8.0 |
| Monitoring System | Sunny Home Manager 2.0 |
| Monitoring | Sunny Home Manager 2.0 |
| Azimuth Angle | 45° |
| Inclination Angle | 15° |
| Tracking System | Fixed |
Energy Mix & Tehnology
| Modules | 12 x SolarWorld AG Bifacial 280 W 45 x Solaria S6P2G220 220 Wp |
| Battery Storage | Lithium-Ion technology for energy backup and load shifting |
| Smart Charging | Integrated EV charger with intelligent load management via SSL PV Charge |
Impact & Beneficts
- Reliable solar-powered EV charging infrastructure
- Demonstrates battery integration in grid-connected systems
- Annual reduction of over 16 tons of CO₂
- Enhanced energy independence and cost savings for ECREEE
- Real-world showcase for replicable clean energy solutions in the ECOWAS region
Key Technologies & Brands
- SMA – Inverters and Energy Management
- SolarWorld / Solaria – PV Modules
- BYD – Lithium Battery Storage
- SSL – Smart Solar Charging Systems