BELECTRIC has secured a contract to build the 189 MWp Eekerpolder solar farm, its largest project in Europe
The solar farm will be located in Groningen, spanning 249 football pitches and featuring 300,000 solar modules
BELECTRIC will collaborate with Klaer for operation and maintenance post-commissioning
BELECTRIC, part of the Elevion Group, has secured a contract to construct what it claims to be the largest solar farm in the Netherlands, the 189 MWp Eekerpolder project. Located in Groningen, the solar farm will cover an area equivalent to 249 football pitches and include over 300,000 solar modules. Construction is scheduled to begin in February 2025 and conclude by May 2026.
The project was developed for the green energy systems company Novar. With over 5 GW of installed solar capacity globally and 500 MW in the Netherlands, BELECTRIC will manage the construction and ensure adherence to project timelines.
The company states that the site’s clay and peat soil conditions require specific measures to maintain structural stability. It will use custom-designed substructures with a V-profile and triple-layer coating to ensure stability and protect against aggressive soil conditions. After the project is commissioned, operation and maintenance will be handled by BELECTRIC and Novar’s O&M provider, Klaer.
The solar PV market in the Netherlands is growing at a sustainable pace after experiencing rapid expansion over the last few years. A recent IEA PVPS report sees this as a sign of a maturing market (see Netherlands Experiencing Sustainable Solar PV Growth, Says IEA PVPS).
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