Abengoa, the international company that applies innovative technology
solutions for sustainable development in the energy and environment sectors, has
been selected to carry out the engineering, construction and start-up of one of
the largest photovoltaic plants in the world, which will be located in the USA
and will have a capacity of 200 MW.
The plant, which will be constructed in Imperial Valley, south central
California, will be one of the most important projects in the region. Abengoa
has reached agreements with various local firms in order to promote the economic
development of the region. The project is expected to create around 150 direct
jobs during the design and development stages, as well as jobs with local
subcontractors.
The contract, worth US$ 360 million, is due to be completed in 18 months and
will come into operation progressively during the second half of 2013.
In line with Abengoa's philosophy on sustainability and respect for the
environment, the plant's design will reduce atmospheric carbon emissions as well
as generate significant energy and fuel savings.
Abengoa already has a presence in numerous states in the USA through its own
offices and plants, such as the two solar-thermal power stations in the Arizona
and Mojave deserts.
About Abengoa
Abengoa (MCE: ABG) is an international company
that applies innovative technology solutions for sustainable development in the
energy and environment sectors, generating electricity from the sun, producing
biofuels, desalinating sea water and recycling industrial waste. (www.abengoa.com)
Source: PR Newswire (http://s.tt/1ebL0)