In June, EDF Renewables launched the construction of a photovoltaic power plant with an installed capacity of 5 megawatts at the Port., near the mouth of the Rivière des Galets. When it comes into service scheduled for 2023, it will produce the equivalent of the annual electricity consumption of more than 4,500 inhabitants.. The solar power plant is located on municipal land where there was a “wild” landfill.. Nearly 2 tonnes of batteries and 600 tonnes of building waste (concrete, engraved...) were collected there then sent to the reprocessing channels. The invasive exotic vegetation which mainly covers the site will be replaced by local palm trees and shrubs.. Nearly 2 million euros of works contracts were awarded to local companies and, during the 20 years of operation of the plant, the upkeep and maintenance of the solar power plant will be carried out by a Reunion company, finally highlights EDF Renewables.
