The floating solar farms will diversify Uganda鈥檚 energy mix, which currently comprises mainly hydroelectric power.聽Sweco will also deliver a detailed design of a pilot plant.
The solar panels will float on reservoirs upstream of one of the hydroelectric dams 鈥 Sweco will conduct preliminary assessment of four dames to determine which one is most suitable for the project.
After the dam has been chosen, Sweco will carry out a detailed study and produce a design and specifications to enable the procurement of contractors.
The study will also embrace financial calculations and environmental impact assessments.
鈥淭his is a new technological field that is highly attractive for power companies, private investors and financiers,鈥 said Conny Udd, Sweco鈥檚 divisional manager for energy and industry.
鈥淭he energy sector is conducting an increasing number of innovative projects and Sweco has great ambitions to participate in international initiatives to contribute to the green transition,鈥 she added.
The project is set to commence immediately and is planned to last for 21 months with key deliverables comprising a feasibility study report and a detailed design of a pilot floating solar photovoltaic plant. The total order value is SEK 8 million (拢640,000).
Sweco鈥檚 contract is part of an agreement between the governments of Sweden and Uganda financed by Swedfund, a Swedish state-owned development finance institution.
Got a story? Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk