Regen Renewables has successfully completed a 450 kW rooftop solar project at the Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT), marking a pivotal achievement in Sri Lanka’s ambitious transition toward renewable energy.
Rooftop PV System for the Colombo solar project to Power Container Terminal
The project features a state-of-the-art rooftop PV system designed to help power the bustling container terminal, directly contributing to the nation’s efforts to increase its reliance on clean energy. This initiative is a key part of Sri Lanka’s ambitious goal of generating 70% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. The installation showcases the intricate basics of solar panel manufacturing and the high-quality solar panel raw materials used to create durable and efficient energy solutions.
Regen Renewables’ Managing Director, Gihan Jayasinghe, highlighted the collaborative spirit behind the project. “This project highlights the importance of partnerships in achieving Sri Lanka’s renewable energy targets,” Jayasinghe stated. “We are thrilled to have partnered with CICT to help them achieve their sustainability goals.”
CICT is a strategic joint venture between China Merchants Port Holdings Company Limited (CMPort), which holds an 85% stake, and the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA), owning the remaining 15%. This partnership model, where state-affiliated entities drive green initiatives, mirrors global trends, such as the recent Ecopetrol renewable energy deal in South America. As the first and only deep-water terminal in South Asia capable of handling ultra-large container vessels, CICT’s move to solar sets a powerful precedent for the entire region’s maritime industry.
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Solar Project to Cut CICT’s Carbon Emissions in Colombo
CICT’s Chief Executive Officer, Jack Huang, emphasized that the solar installation is a core component of the terminal’s broader environmental strategy. “This solar project is a key part of our ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to Sri Lanka’s renewable energy future,” Huang said.
The environmental benefits are substantial. The rooftop solar project is projected to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 450 metric tons annually, an impact equivalent to removing 100 passenger vehicles from the road each year. While this 450 kW project tackles emissions on a local scale, the industry is simultaneously advancing massive utility-scale developments, such as the recent sale of a Redeux Energy Sells 450 -MW US Solar Portfolio, highlighting the incredible scalability of solar technology.
Financially, the project is also a sound investment, anticipated to save CICT around LKR 12 million (USD 38,000) annually in electricity costs. This demonstrates how a strategic solar panel manufacturing plant cost breakdown can lead to technologies that offer significant long-term returns.
Regen Renewables Targets 1 GW Solar Capacity with Colombo solar project
Regen Renewables stands as a leading renewable energy developer in Sri Lanka, with a robust track record of executing solar and wind projects nationwide. Beyond the CICT installation, the company has completed several other large-scale projects, including a 10 MW solar power plant in Hambantota, a 5 MW solar plant in Vavuniya, and a 3 MW wind farm in Jaffna.
Demonstrating its versatility, Regen Renewables also recently completed another significant 450 kW solar power initiative for the Colombo District Secretariat. This project, however, was distributed across 47 different sites, including community centers, schools, and public service buildings, generating approximately 594,000 kWh of clean energy annually and further cementing their role in the nation’s energy transition.
The company’s pipeline is filled with ambitious new ventures, including a 100 MW solar power plant in Puttalam. This move aligns with a growing trend of large-scale solar development in the country, exemplified by the new 100 MW Monaragala Farm. Other planned projects include a 50 MW solar plant in Trincomalee and a 10 MW wind farm in Mannar. These efforts are part of a global push, with countries from a Latvia solar farm to the first solar project in Colombia making significant strides in renewable energy.
With a clear vision for the future, Regen Renewables aims to achieve a total solar generation capacity of 1 GW by 2030, reinforcing its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s renewable energy goals and spearheading the country’s transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy.
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