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The partnership between TotalEnergies and Holcim has enabled the opening of a floating solar plant with a capacity of 31 MW in Belgium. This installation is strategically located at a former chalk quarry in Obourg, which has been reclaimed and transformed into an artificial lake of significant technical utility.
Installation of the floating solar plant in Belgium
This project generates approximately 30 GWh of renewable electricity each year. All of this energy is dedicated entirely to self-consumption at Holcim’s industrial facilities. This characteristic makes the complex the largest infrastructure of its kind on the European continent focused exclusively on private supply.
During the inauguration, officials mentioned that this technical advancement enables the essential power requirements to be met while reducing dependence on polluting sources.
On the other hand, the engineering applied to protect the natural environment deserves special mention. To ensure optimal landscape integration, more than 700 meters of horizontal directional drilling have been executed. This method enabled the panels to be connected to the electrical substation without disturbing the surrounding ground surface. Likewise, this technical effort demonstrates that innovation is not at odds with respect for the local environment.
Finally, this collaboration strengthens the global objectives of both companies. While Holcim accelerates its transition toward carbon-neutral construction, TotalEnergies consolidates its renewable asset portfolio, which exceeds 34 GW of gross capacity.
Source and photo: TotalEnergies