We are proud to announce the commissioning of a new project that marks a turning point in urban sustainability: the ON-GRID photovoltaic system at the General Pico Bus Terminal in La Pampa.
We have successfully completed the installation of one of the most significant municipal solar generation systems in the entire province. This milestone not only modernizes local infrastructure but also positions General Pico as a benchmark for renewable energy adoption within the public sector.
A Model of Efficiency and Energy Compensation
The design of this project was conceived to maximize the intelligent use of solar energy. The system fully covers the electrical consumption of the Bus Terminal during daylight hours.
But the impact goes much further: thanks to its ON-GRID configuration, the surplus clean energy generated that is not consumed by the terminal is injected directly into the public electrical grid. This injected energy helps offset the electricity usage of other key city buildings, such as the Municipal Palace, the City Council, and the Justice of the Peace. It is a brilliant example of how distributed generation can optimize state resources, drastically reducing public spending on electricity.
Technical Specifications: Power and Cutting-Edge Technology
To achieve the generation goals of this municipal mega-project, we deployed top-tier photovoltaic technology, sized to offer maximum long-term reliability. Let's break down the numbers behind this major installation:
- 300 High-Power Solar Panels (620 Wp): The installation features an array of 300 photovoltaic modules. By using 620 Wp (watt-peak) panels, we are deploying ultra-high-power technology. These modules allow for greater capture of solar irradiation per square meter, optimizing the available roof space and ensuring superior efficiency even on partially cloudy days.
- 186 kWp of DC Power (Direct Current): This is the total maximum power the solar array can generate under ideal conditions. This robust capacity ensures a constant and vigorous injection of energy during peak sunlight hours.
- 220 kW of AC Power (Alternating Current): The energy captured by the panels is converted by photovoltaic inverters, which boast a formidable capacity of 220 kW in alternating current. This ample inverter infrastructure not only ensures there are no bottlenecks in energy conversion but also provides enormous stability to the system when synchronizing with the public grid.
- Annual Generation of 282 MWh: The system is already operational and is projected to generate 282 Megawatt-hours (MWh) annually. To put this in perspective, this massive amount of clean energy injected into the system is equivalent to avoiding the emission of hundreds of tons of CO2 per year, fundamentally transforming the local energy matrix.
The Role of the Public Sector in the Energy Transition
At ENERGE, we are deeply proud to contribute to the energy transition by working hand-in-hand with the public sector. Projects like the General Pico Terminal prove that the state can be the primary driver of change towards a greener, more efficient, and economically sustainable future.
