One of Sweden’s first hybrid solar parks has been deployed in Halmstad. Sungrow, which provided the inverters and battery system, said it is a groundbreaking step toward a more sustainable and resilient energy future.
Sungrow, a global supplier of renewable energy solutions, revealed it played a key part in a milestone project in south Sweden. The company provided the inverters and its PowerTitan 1.0 energy storage system for combining them with photovoltaic technology in Halmstad.
The endeavor is an example of the advancements in renewable energy deployment, grid stability, and energy efficiency, it added.
Developed by Solarwork Sverige and Powerworks Energy, the hybrid solar park is designed to generate over 7 GWh of clean electricity annually, ensuring optimal energy production and delivery when it’s needed most.
The photovoltaic facility consists of 11,928 bifacial solar panels
The project was driven by the need for cost-effective, on-demand energy generation. “We invested in a solar park because we believe society needs it, and solar energy is a sustainable way to produce electricity. We generate electricity exactly when it is needed most, in the middle of the day, and at low marginal cost,” said Carl Kuylenstierna, CEO of the facility’s owner Sperlingsholms Gods.
The photovoltaic installation of 6.6 MW in peak capacity consists of 11,928 bifacial 550 W modules mounted on a ground structure. The majority of output is converted by 20 units of the Sungrow SG250HX string inverters. They are known for their high efficiency and seamless compatibility with bifacial modules, the company added.
Energy storage enhancing efficiency, grid support
To further optimize energy efficiency and support the grid with frequency regulation, the plant integrates 4 MW / 4.4 MWh of battery storage using Sungrow’s PowerTitan 1.0 solution. The system is AC-coupled, ensuring that the PV facility and battery energy storage system (BESS) operate independently for enhanced flexibility and reliability.
“We have chosen Sungrow’s technology for both the PV inverters and the BESS system because they are market leaders and work exceptionally well in the Nordic climate. PowerTitan 1.0 was selected for its 1C system, which allows us to charge and discharge in an hour – perfect for the markets we operate in. Additionally, its liquid-cooled technology significantly reduces operating costs and ensures long-term system stability,” CSO of Powerworks Energy Fredrik Lyckvind said.
Seamless installation, advanced technology
The installation was executed with exceptional efficiency, ensuring the project met its stringent timelines, Sungrow stressed. The company said its solutions, designed for ease of use and optimized for challenging environments, minimized downtime and accelerated commissioning.
“This is one of Sweden’s first hybrid solar parks, featuring nearly 12,000 solar panels that will produce 7,000 MWh annually. We installed 20 SG250HX inverters, chosen for their ability to handle large energy loads while offering flexible installation.” Head of Utility at Solarwork Sverige Fredrik Liljehov stated.
The project for Sperlingsholms Gods is a testament to how hybrid solar and storage solutions can drive the clean energy transition forward and an example of a great partnership between the involved parties, said Sungrow’s Regional Manager of Sweden and Finland Raphael Henkel.
The Halmstad hybrid solar park sets a benchmark for renewable energy projects, showcasing the power of combining solar energy with intelligent storage solutions to create a cleaner and more resilient grid, a concept perfectly aligned with Sungrow’s mission, Clean power for all, the update reads.
The company has installed 740 GW of power electronic converters worldwide by December of last year.
