Jobs
Press
Contact
Contact
Contact
We look forward to having a personal conversation with you.
Here you will find the right contact person for your request.
What would you like to contact us about?

P

JUWI wins operational management for 85-megawatt solar park in South Africa

It is the largest third-party project to date for the company's O&M division in the EMEA region.
Return
September 12, 2022 | Solar

On August 1, JUWI took over the technical management of the 85-megawatt De Aar 1 solar farm, located about 500 kilometers north of the South African coastal city of Port Elizabeth. The responsibility for operating the park with the highest possible yield is now in the hands of JUWI. The contract initially runs for five years. It is the largest third-party project to date for the company's O&M division in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa).
"We are very pleased to have taken over the operational management of the De Aar 1 solar park for Solar Capital," says Christos Charalampidis, Head of JUWI O&M for the EMEA region. "Our mission is to operate the renewable energy plants entrusted to us with the highest reliability. The award confirms our high level of competence and reliability."
With the acquisition of the De Aar 1 solar farm, JUWI increases its operational management portfolio in the EMEA region to more than 800 megawatts of capacity. 

The Solar Capital De Aar 1 park was commissioned in 2014. The contract details for the operation management services were worked out by JUWI within a few weeks.

Further articles

Explore further blog articles

Joining forces with Eramet Grande Côte on a large-scale off-grid hybrid project in Senegal
We’re proud to announce another significant milestone in our commitment to advancing sustainable mining across Africa.
People in Energy: Omolemo Maribe
As a beacon of youthful ambition and drive in the renewable energy sector, Omolemo Maribe shares her inspiring journey and insights into an industry that thrives on innovation and commitment to sustainability.
A Year of Growth, Mentorship, and Real-World Impact - JUWI's Graduate Programme
The renewable energy industry is dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven – and for aspiring engineers, JUWI’s Graduate Program offers an ideal way to dive into this exciting sector.
People in Energy: Meet Zaahid, Cost Controller at JUWI
Like most complex projects, building a high-quality solar plant is just one part of the job. Delivering it within budget is an entirely different challenge—one that requires people like Zaahid Cariem, a project cost controller at JUWI.
Empowering the Future: Women in Renewable Energy
In the race to build a sustainable future, gender diversity in renewable energy isn't just a moral imperative—it's a business one. The women in JUWI share how increasing representation can power a brighter, more equitable future for all.
SA's Data Hub Future: Clean Energy is Non-Negotiable
JUWI's MD Richard Doyle outlines the importance of renewable energy for data centres.