This solar plant was developed through a collaborative effort with Lhoist, the company that owns the Lusical unit, which is primarily engaged in the production of aerial limes. These include calcium oxide, double oxide of calcium and magnesium, and calcium hydroxide.

As detailed in the statement shared with Lusa News agency, the newly established photovoltaic plant is situated in Valverde, within the parish of Alcanede, in the municipality of Santarém. The facility required an investment of 2.6 million euros and boasts an impressive installed capacity of 3.2 MWp. The plant features around 5, 500 high-efficiency solar panels, covering an area of approximately five hectares.

According to the information provided, this solar power plant is projected to generate approximately 5.4 GWh of renewable electricity each year. This output will account for 27 percent of the Lusical unit’s total electricity consumption.

The establishment of this infrastructure is expected to bring multiple benefits, including a significant reduction in the plant’s reliance on the conventional electricity grid. Furthermore, the new solar power plant will contribute to lowering operating costs and will lead to an estimated reduction of approximately 1,500 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.