Along the banks of the Seine in Paris, the world's largest mobile and floating solar power plant was inaugurated in a historic step toward sustainable energy.
This cutting-edge photovoltaic system is leased by EDF ENR, a division of the well-known energy firm EDF, especially for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris in 2024.
It's going to change how green energy is used for big events.
Located in the heart of the Athletes' Village, near the bustling Olympic and Paralympic Square, the plant supplies clean electricity to this busy hub that attracts athletes, journalists, and tourists.
Along with stores, the location has massive screens showing live competition videos.
With a capacity of 78 kWp, or the energy used by 94 apartments, and an astonishing 470 square meters, the temporary solar power plant runs on a self-consumption basis.
This means that rather than supplying electricity to the national grid, it modifies its production in real time to correspond with the site's consumption requirements.
Its simplicity of use and adaptability are its main advantages. Remarkably efficient deployment and disassembly of the complete system is possible.
This solar plant's startup procedure is an engineering marvel of the modern era. Less than a day later, the installation is working perfectly. The pre-wired solar wings are unfolded after the shipping container housing the plant is opened to complete the setup.
The container, which contains the inverter, safety systems, and all required electrical parts, is then attached to and plugged into these wings.
An important benefit over conventional generator-based power solutions for major events such as trade shows, festivals, and the Olympics is the introduction of this floating solar plant.
For temporary power supply in locations not connected to the public electrical grid, the plant's portability and simplicity of setup make it a desirable choice.
