The project was awarded to Advanced Energy by Recurrent Energy, a developer of solar power projects. Recurrent Energy will own and operate the solar power system, and is developing the project in partnership with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.
Construction of the plant is scheduled to begin this winter and is expected to be completed in 2010. Upon completion, the project will consist of 25,000 solar panels that span approximately 12 acres.
Advanced Energy claims that the Solaron PV inverters were selected due to their efficiency ratings and field-proven levelized cost of energy (LCOE) advantages.
Hans Betz, CEO of Advanced Energy, said: “We are proud to be selected by Recurrent Energy to collaborate with them on this landmark project. Advanced Energy’s Solaron PV inverters have a strong reputation for optimized efficiency and the highest level of reliability for large-scale utilities. The project demonstrates the city of San Francisco’s commitment to renewable energy, and we are pleased to be able to help them achieve their goals.”
