The 63.32MW Congo Project: An Overview

Congo solar project site preparation with completed ground mounts in background

Figure 1: Site preparation overview of the 63.32MW Congo project showing early-stage groundwork with completed ground-mounted structures in the background

On the vast plateau of the Republic of Congo, a 63.32MW solar power plant is rising from the ground—a project that embodies both hope and challenge. As an important strategic project for GraceSolar in the African market, this undertaking represents China's commitment to supporting Africa's energy transformation. The plant will provide stable and clean electricity to local communities upon completion, setting a new benchmark for China-Africa energy cooperation. Backed by the BYMEA Group with a registered capital of 500 million USD and over 10 years of industry expertise, GraceSolar brings robust financial and technical strength to this venture, ensuring its success despite extreme conditions.

"This project demonstrates our commitment to bringing sustainable energy solutions to challenging environments while maintaining our core value of 'Do it right the first time'," said a GraceSolar project director.

Dual Challenges from the Social Environment

Located in a remote region of Congo with underdeveloped infrastructure and limited economic resources, the project faces unprecedented logistical and operational hurdles. GraceSolar's global experience, including a cumulative installed capacity of 48GW across 100+ countries, proved invaluable in navigating these complexities.

Security Concerns and Asset Management

Security concerns pose a major challenge. Due to limited local economic conditions, theft of construction materials and PV equipment has been an ongoing issue. Drawing on experience from other African projects, GraceSolar implemented targeted asset management protocols to effectively mitigate losses. This approach is rooted in the company's core value of "Do it right the first time," ensuring meticulous planning and execution that has become a hallmark of GraceSolar projects worldwide.

These protocols include 24/7 surveillance systems, secure storage solutions, and community engagement programs that create local partnerships and employment opportunities.

Technical Skills and Workforce Optimization

Another obstacle lies in the uneven technical skills of the local workforce. Some workers may not strictly follow installation manuals, resulting in deviations in support structures, low efficiency, and high material waste. To address this, GraceSolar optimized resource allocation and leveraged its team of highly sophisticated engineers—who have extensive international experience—to provide on-site training and supervision.

This not only guaranteed smooth project progress but also aligned with the enterprise mission to "Mount every solar plant firm as rock" while building local capacity for future maintenance and operations.

Innovative Breakthrough in Wind-Resistant Technology

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Figure 2: Panoramic view of completed ground-mounted solar structures at the Congo project site

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Figure 3: Aerial view showing extensive ground-mounted solar array installation progress

During the basic design phase, the team encountered a typical engineering dilemma: how to balance construction costs and efficiency while ensuring structural safety—a challenge conventional solutions often fail to overcome. After extensive research and testing at GraceSolar's 2,000m² experiment center, the R&D team developed an innovative structural design.

This solution maintains exceptional stability even under wind speeds of 150 km/h while reducing foundational work by approximately 30%, significantly improving overall construction efficiency. Rigorous testing, including wind tunnel reports and certifications like TUV and CE, confirmed its reliability in extreme climatic conditions.

Key Technical Achievement:

  • Wind Resistance: Certified for 150 km/h wind speeds
  • Cost Reduction: 30% less foundational work required
  • Efficiency Gain: 25% faster installation timeline
  • Certifications: UL, TUV, CE, JIS, AS/NZS1170 compliant

This innovation is part of GraceSolar's portfolio of 100+ patents, including the GS-Light intelligent tracking system and GS-Smart ground mounting system, demonstrating the company's commitment to technological advancement in solar mounting solutions.

Technological Accumulation and Future Prospects

"Every day of construction practice on this project adds to our expertise in dealing with extreme environments, and this experience will become our valuable asset in serving the global market in the future," remarked the project team. Though still under construction, this project exemplifies how innovation can achieve the optimal balance between technical performance and economic feasibility under unique constraints.

The insights gained have important reference value for future PV projects in similar environments. GraceSolar remains committed to leveraging its professional technology and field-tested experience—supported by an annual production capacity of 15GW and top-5 global market share—to ensure successful project completion, contributing China's solutions to the global energy transformation.

Global Impact & Reach:

With hundreds of MW projects successfully installed in over 100 countries including Japan (where GraceSolar holds the #1 market share), the United States, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, the Congo project represents another milestone in GraceSolar's mission to bring reliable solar energy to challenging environments worldwide.

The company's integration of AI, IoT, energy storage, and intelligent manufacturing ensures that each project benefits from cutting-edge technology and proven methodologies.

About GraceSolar: Global Leadership in Solar Mounting Systems

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Figure 4: Side view detail of GraceSolar's ground-mounted solar structure showing robust engineering and installation quality

Company at a Glance

500M+
Registered Capital (USD)
48GW
Cumulative Installed Capacity
100+
Countries Served
650
Staff Members

GraceSolar, a subsidiary of the BYMEA Group, is a trustworthy brand for smart solar mounting systems with a factory area of 110,000m². The company ranks among the top 5 globally in market share and top 1 in Japan.

Integrating AI, IoT, energy storage, and intelligent manufacturing, GraceSolar offers complete installation solutions for DSP and CSP markets through products like the GS-Light tracker and GS-Energy roof system, all backed by certifications such as UL, JIS, and AS/NZS1170.

Adhering to the brand spirit "Born from renewable energy, drives solar forward," GraceSolar's vision is to "Bring Grace Solar to all homes," focusing on providing the most trustworthy products and services. For custom solar mounting solutions, contact us today to discuss your project needs and leverage our expertise for fast payback and stable growth.

Why Choose GraceSolar?

  • ✓ Proven Expertise: 10+ years in solar mounting systems
  • ✓ Global Certifications: Bankability reports for GS-Light Tracker
  • ✓ Strategic Partnerships: Long-term partnerships with global Top 500 companies
  • ✓ Innovation Focus: 2,000m² R&D experiment center with 100+ patents