- Solar installation of 10MW set to power several facilities,
including residential villas and leisure complexes
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates,
Aug. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --
Trina Solar's PV modules have
commenced operations in the 10MW Sustainable City in Dubai, an innovative project that serves as
living proof that developing a community where energy needs are to
be met entirely through clean energy sources is possible. With
several facilities, including 500 residential villas, 170-room
hotel, mosque, school, swimming pool and an equestrian club and
track, the proposed residential and commercial complex is tagged as
one of the largest sustainable cities in operation to date in Middle East.
Given the harsh environmental conditions in Middle East, the installation will be made up
of 40,000 Duomax panels – a solution which has long been renowned
for its durability and reliability. Duomax panels feature a
first-of-type frameless design, ensuring no dust accumulation and
requires minimum amount of cleaning thereby adhering to the city's
sustainable and environment friendly design standards. The dual
glass design of Duomax secures the project design life of 30 years
backed with Trina's performance warranty.
Built by Diamond Developers, one of the first companies in
Dubai to enter the freehold
property and real estate development industry since the
introduction of freehold property ownership in 2002, the
Sustainable City is billed as Middle
East's first operational sustainable community, built on a
5-million square foot complex located 18 miles from Dubai City and expected to host a population
of around 2000. With several large
scale installations to its name, Trina
Solar was the developer's choice for a 40,000-panel solar
array, estimated to produce around 16GWh per annum.
"Trina Solar is incredibly proud
to have been the major contributor to this community's energy
needs" said Ms. Helena Li, President, Asia Pacific & Middle East. "Solar power is expected to be a
significant contributor to Dubai's
ambitions to become the world's most sustainable city by 2020. As a
result, the government has looked towards smarter living
initiatives, particularly in a desert environment, and we are
delighted to have supported them in achieving their clean energy
vision through our innovative solar products. The Sustainable City
is a ground-breaking initiative in ensuring that the city's growth
and development continues responsibly. With Trina Solar's supply, a significant portion of
the residents' energy needs are being met for a cleaner, lower
cost, and more sustainable future."
Anwar Zabin, CEO of City Solar,
commented: "The completion of phase 1 is a momentous milestone in
our work within The Sustainable City with the installation of
24,170 solar panels so far. Our work continues and we look forward
to embarking on phase two, which will see the installation of
further 15,000 solar panels. We are building up to our total goal
of 40,000 solar panels, which will eventually produce up to 10 MW
of power at maximum capacity. The energy produced per year will be
equivalent to 16,000 MW contributing to the reduction of carbon
emissions by 8,000 tonnes per year.
About Trina Solar Limited
Trina Solar Limited is a global leader in solar photovoltaic
modules, solutions and services. Founded in 1997 as a PV system
integrator, Trina Solar today drives
smart energy together with installers, distributors, utilities and
developers worldwide. For more information, please visit
www.trinasolar.com. E-mail: press@trinasolar.com
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