JA Solar supplies 134MW of high-efficiency PERC double-glass modules

Both Mafraq I and Empire solar plants are among the first set of projects in the Middle East region that use double-glass modules. The completion of these projects is a great reference for the application of PERC double-glass modules in a desert environment.

The Mafraq I and Empire solar plants, with a combining scale of 134MW, are developed by Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV).

Mafraq I and Empire solar plants, on which FRV and JA Solar worked together, have been connected to the grid in Jordan. The plants are located in the Jordanian desert area that is known for extreme environmental conditions of sandstorms, high temperature, arid climate, and large temperature difference between day and night. As a result of such conditions, performance requirements are typically high for PV modules that are deployed in the region.

The JA Solar double-glass modules have a superior temperature coefficient and mechanical load resistance. Additionally, these high-efficiency modules perform well in sand and adverse weather. This enables the modules to minimise performance degradation and power attenuation caused by sharp temperature variations.

The two solar plants, which are now in operation, are expected to generate a total of 260 million kWh of electricity annually and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 210 000 tpy.

Jin Baofang, Chairman of the Board of Directors of JA Solar, said, "JA Solar is one of the solar market leaders in the Middle East market. Specifically, it has more than 30% of the Jordan solar market, and its shipments to the UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and other Middle East countries have also grown in the last several years. Looking ahead, JA Solar will continue to work with more customers and provide high-efficiency photovoltaic products for customers in the region."

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