Electrum supports ORLEN Lietuva – a state-of-the-art photovoltaic power plant to be established in Mažeikiai

ORLEN Lietuva, a subsidiary of ORLEN S.A., is executing an extensive modernization program at its Mažeikiai refinery, the only one in the Baltic States. Renewable energy is one of key pillars of this process so the refinery will soon be equipped with a 42.2 MWp photovoltaic power plant. The implementation of this project has been entrusted to Electrum, a leading Polish Climate Tech company.

ORLEN Lietuva, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ORLEN S.A., operates the most advanced refinery in the region and serves high quality products to Baltic States, Poland and Ukraine.

In response to market trends and changes in legislature, ORLEN Lietuva is undertaking an extensive modernization program aimed at ensuring the refinery meets future quality standards and market needs. So the refinery will be equipped with a state-of-the-art renewable energy source – a 42.2 MWp photovoltaic power plant. Its construction being managed by the Białystok-based company Electrum.

„We’re continue investing in modernization of our refinery to make it the most modern plant in our region. We will continue providing high quality products for our clients. Also, we will make this plant more resilient for various market conditions. The investment in renewable energy producing high-tech photovoltaic power plant is an important step in this journey” – says Marek Golębiewski, CEO of ORLEN Lietuva.

Solar Energy to Support the Refinery

As the general contractor, Electrum is responsible for executing the design and construction work, followed by the connection of the 42.2 MWp power plant. The scope of the design work includes preparing the building and execution designs, as well as obtaining the construction permit. The construction phase will involve building the PV power plant, installing a 6kV medium voltage connection, including the preparation of cable routes within the refinery, and modifying and adapting connection points in the existing medium voltage switchgear to accommodate the power plant. The contract also includes performing measurements, commissioning, and energizing the facility.

Thorough preparation of documentation, meticulous technical verification, and execution of construction while maintaining the highest quality standards are key elements to the successful implementation of the photovoltaic power plant project for the region’s only refinery. Electrum, with nearly three decades of experience in implementing renewable and hybrid energy projects across Central and Eastern Europe, has gained yet another opportunity to solidify its reputation as a reliable partner in delivering modern and eco-friendly energy solutions.

„Collaboration with ORLEN Lietuva demonstrates the crucial role ClimateTech technology plays in the energy sector and the growing awareness of climate risks. Such projects support energy efficiency and promote renewable energy sources, which are essential to our sustainability strategy” – commented Tomasz Taff, Member of the Management Board at Electrum Concreo.

Electrum Group from Białystok is expanding its operations in international markets, which is a key component of its global development strategy.

About Electrum

The Electrum Group, based in Białystok, is a leading Polish Climate Tech business offering comprehensive solutions in the field of cutting-edge technologies for development, construction, and project management in the energy and information sectors. The technological maturity of its experts enables the delivery of products and services that address the needs of industry and business, adapting to the evolving energy transformation. Electrum develops and implements solutions for projects based on the concept of an individual energy mix, maintaining a balance between social and environmental responsibility and economic aspects.

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About ORLEN S.A. / ORLEN Lietuva

ORLEN Group is an integrated, diversified energy group, included in the prestigious Fortune Global 500 and Platts TOP250 lists. It was the first group in the region to announce its ambition to achieve climate neutrality targets in 2050. It has recently joined the list of the 150 largest companies in the world thanks to the completion of a number of recent mergers and acquisitions. ORLEN Group today operates in 10 markets: Poland, Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, Canada, Norway and Pakistan.