The photovoltaic project is a result of an in-house, greenfield project development effort launched after the commissioning of the first MET Kaba Solar Park (KSP) in 2021. The Kaba II Solar Park project is adjacent to the KSP site and leverages on the existing grid connection infrastructure.
Significant solar energy growth in Hungary
The Kaba II solar project is situated in the Eastern part of Hungary. The plant incorporates the latest technology and has an expected lifetime of at least 30 years. The 23.4 MW (DC) power generated is sufficient to supply approximately 13,000 local households.
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Clive Turton, Executive Chairman of MET Group’s Green Assets Division, and Mayor of Kaba Emma Szegi made speeches at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Clive Turton explained: “Solar energy has grown significantly in recent years in Hungary, with solar generation reaching around 19,5% of total power generation in 2023 and around 33% of the energy mix today.”
Accompanying CSR project for local nursery
In parallel with the event, a rainwater retention gardening solution in the yard of the local kindergarten was unveiled. In the framework of the “MET Farm” CSR program, the energy company targets kindergarten communities through education on sustainability as well as specific improvements. The worryingly long summer drought has made the sample project even more relevant, as the collected rainwater is now stored in tanks, used to water the gardens and fill the garden pond – instead of being lost into the drains.
Sándor Szilágyi, Director of the engineering firm Brillfield, which carried out the garden conversion project, added: “The power of the sun and wind is already being harnessed at an industrial level, but we must not forget the smart use of an equally important natural resource – rainwater. However, while the former can be managed using standardised technologies, the optimal solution for rainwater management must always be tailored to the specificities of each site.” (hcn)
