The hybrid solar-wind power plant with a total connected capacity of 205 MW, owned by Lewandpol Group, is the latest project undertaken by the Polish engineering and technology group, Electrum. Electrum’s compensation for the work is estimated at around PLN 500 million, and the project is being carried out on former mining land in the Kleczew municipality in the Greater Poland Voivodeship. In addition to the photovoltaic and wind farm, the investment will eventually include an energy storage facility.
About the Project
The scope of tasks for which the Białystok-based Electrum Group is responsible encompasses project planning, construction, installation, and system assembly. Three companies within the Electrum Group, namely Electrum Concreo, Electrum Solutions, and Electrum Ventures, are involved in the implementation of the Kleczew Solar & Wind farm. Key suppliers for this extraordinary project include Jinko Solar, Huawei, Budmat, and Tele-Fonika Kable. This unique project was prepared by E&G from Lewandpol Group as the investor and Ergy as the asset manager.
– This is a strategic project for us and a step towards decarbonizing the Polish economy. Together with the Ergy team, we paid particular attention to selecting the most advanced technological solutions and involving experienced Polish companies in the supply chain. That’s why we decided to collaborate with Electrum as the general contractor and engage Jinko Solar, Huawei, Budmat, and Tele-Fonika Kable as significant suppliers – said Andrzej Lewandowski, CEO of Lewandpol Holding.
– The realization of such a large and innovative project requires the cooperation of all stakeholders – banks, independent advisors, contractors, technology suppliers, public administration, and landowners. As the entity managing the Kleczew Solar & Wind investment, we have the pleasure of working with all stakeholders and ensuring the most efficient project implementation – noted Marcin Kuprel, CEO of Ergy.
General RES Contractor and Benefits for the Investor
The execution of such a complex project by a general contractor offers a range of benefits to the investor. They don’t have to deal with the fragmentation of tasks assigned to various subcontractors during different phases of the investment. Any concerns or issues are directed to a single entity responsible for the schedule and the quality of work as defined in the GW agreement.
– We are the first Polish contractor for this type of hybrid RES power plant. The project aligns with our philosophy of paving the way and delivering solutions that can revolutionize the green energy system and accelerate the energy transformation – said Tomasz Taff, Chief Commercial Officer and Member of the Board at Electrum Concreo. – The new installation will allow for energy source diversification by supplementing solar energy with wind energy and vice versa, depending on local weather conditions – Tomasz Taff summarized.
– This is a significant realization, not only for our group but also one of the largest of its kind in Poland – assessed Kamil Kozicki, Project Manager at Electrum Concreo. – In the project, we want to implement our unique solution, the active and reactive power regulation system cooperating with various types of power generation units – the Renedium regulator. It will facilitate energy production control in one place, regardless of source type, capacity, location, and complexity, which is of paramount importance for hybrid power plants – added Kamil Kozicki.
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Hybrid wind solar power plant – Solutions Applied in the Project
The completion of the first phase of the investment, which is the solar farm construction, is scheduled for the second half of 2023, while the wind farm is set to be established in 2024. The construction of the energy storage facility is planned for a later stage of the project.
About Electrum
Electrum Group is a leading Polish Climate Tech business based in Białystok, offering comprehensive solutions in the latest technology for the development, construction, and project management in the fields of energy and information. The technological expertise of its professionals enables them to provide products and services that respond to the changing needs of the industry and businesses in the midst of the ongoing energy transformation. They create and implement solutions and build projects based on the concept of an individual energy mix, maintaining a balance between the social and environmental responsibility of business and economic aspects.
About Lewandpol Group
Lewandpol Group is one of the leading private Polish investors in the Renewable Energy Sources (RES) sector. It is owned by Andrzej Lewandowski, an entrepreneur and racing driver. Historically, the group was involved in wind farm investments in the development stage. Since 2014, the group has been developing investment activity in the “family office” formula, focusing on mature RES investments in Poland (i.e., at the ready-to-build or later stage). In addition to the construction and planned expansion of Kleczew Solar & Wind, the group also manages the Łańcut Wind Farm, which was built in 2015, and actively seeks further similar investments.
About Ergy
Ergy is a company that provides comprehensive asset management services for RES investors in Poland. The company currently manages a portfolio of RES assets under construction and in operation with a total capacity exceeding 450 MW. As part of the services provided to investment funds, energy-intensive companies, and developers, Ergy daily takes care of RES assets in commercial, technical, and financial aspects, conducts M&A transactions, secures financing, and sells electric energy through PPA agreements.