Puerto Rico power plant to source modules from Canadian Solar

TSK Solar has named Canadian Solar to install its 26MW CS6P-P solar power modules for the San Fermin solar power plant development in Loiza, Puerto Rico.

Co-developed by Uriel Renewables and Coqui Power, the plant will allow both active and reactive power regulation in compliance with the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA).

Additionally, sudden solar intensity fluctuations can be accommodated through adjustable electrical frequency and voltage modulation.
The plant is scheduled to be connected to the national grid in December 2012 and designed to withstand 260kmph winds.

TSK Solar general manager Roberto Montes said that the project poses an extra degree of complexity due to the specific weather conditions ranging from hurricanes and flooding in the Caribbean region.

"The solar plant was also designed to operate in a challenging electrical environment, with 40% overcurrent, voltage control issues and the need for a back-up energy storage system," Montes added.

"Thanks to the robustness of our PV components, the new installation will help further stabilize Puerto Rico’s electrical grid."
Uriel Renewables president Fernando Metcalf enumerated, "The joint efforts, focus and cooperation of all stakeholders involved in this project have helped keep the installation on its planned schedule."

Canadian Solar chairman and CEO Dr Shawn Qu further added, "We continue to expand our global presence in markets that are attractive from a financial perspective and where we can work with strong local partners to ensure success."