Eseki SAL photovoltaic installation
A greener company backed by Next Generation Funds
A 53.55 kWp self-consumption installation with storage
This project, supported by the renewable energy incentive program, demonstrates our commitment to sustainability through the implementation of solar solutions. At Eseki, SAL, three years ago, we began integrating photovoltaic panels onto the roof of our facilities, driven by our ongoing search for sustainable solutions. From the outset, we leveraged Next Generation EU funding opportunities to accelerate this process and strengthen our contribution to a greener future.
After applying for the grant, we began installing solar panels and an energy storage system. Analyzing our energy consumption, we designed a photovoltaic system with 119 panels of 450W each, achieving a peak power of 53.55 kWp with a 10 kW nominal inverter. As an integral part of our sustainability strategy, we also implemented an energy storage system by installing six battery towers. The first five towers house three 5 kWh storage modules each (totaling 15 kWh), while the sixth tower contains two 5 kWh modules (totaling 10 kWh). This configuration provides us with a storage system with a total capacity of 85 kWh and a power output of 30 kW, ensuring optimal use of the generated energy. This photovoltaic installation was carried out in several phases and involved a significant investment of €81,810.52 excluding VAT.
Last year, we were granted the requested aid, amounting to €15,351.12 for the installation of photovoltaic panels and €29,601.60 for the purchase of batteries. In total, we received €44,952.72 in financial support, backing our sustainable energy initiative and reinforcing our commitment to environmentally friendly practices. Regarding the results, in 2022 the installation generated 3.10 MWh of energy. 89.5% of the energy generated by our project was consumed internally, while the surplus was efficiently fed into the grid. Our consumption from the grid decreased by 22.67%, strengthening our energy independence.
In 2023, our solar installation produced 26.80 MWh of energy. Demonstrating our commitment to self-sufficiency, 64.65% of this energy was consumed directly, and the surplus, efficiently managed, was fed into the grid. Furthermore, we achieved a significant reduction of 37.38% in our electricity consumption from the grid. In 2024 (so far this year), our solar installation has produced 23.26 MWh of energy. Again, demonstrating our commitment to self-sufficiency, 61.90% of this energy was consumed directly, and the surplus, efficiently managed, was fed into the grid. Furthermore, we achieved a significant reduction of 52.49% in our electricity consumption from the grid.
