WindForce commissions 10 MW solar power plant in Batticaloa
The Morning: Sri Lankan renewable energy company WindForce PLC has officially commissioned the 10 MW Sooryashakthi solar power plant in Vavunativu, Batticaloa.
The inauguration took place on Saturday (26), marking a milestone in the country’s transition to clean energy.
Developed in collaboration with Vidullanka PLC, the project was executed under WindForce’s full engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) scope.
The solar facility, situated on 27-acres of high-salinity land previously unsuitable for agriculture, is expected to contribute approximately 19.5 GWh annually to the national grid.
The plant features 22,048 photovoltaic modules and 34 string inverters to ensure high efficiency and operational reliability.
Despite seasonal flooding that delayed construction, the project was successfully completed on schedule through effective coordination with local and government stakeholders.
OSL take:
Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic expansion has resulted in the overall expansion of demand in the energy sector, especially in the power industry. The demand is likely to witness further growth with Sri Lanka’s target of becoming a hub in the South Asian region. However, the Sri Lankan government’s commitment to increase the country’s renewable energy component to 70% of the total mix has resulted in a growth in business/investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy generation sector. The growth and profits recorded by businesses already engaged in the renewable energy sector and the interest shown in the sector by foreign businesses/investors are a clear indication of the expanding opportunities as well as the increasing business potential in the sector. Foreign businesses/investors could therefore confidently explore the expanding lucrative business opportunities in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector and other sectors related to it. Apart from the direct business/investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector there are also emerging opportunities in sectors related to renewable energy generation. Foreign businesses/investors could also look at further expanding operations through partnerships or joint ventures with local businesses in the renewable energy generation sector.
| Article Code : | VBS/AT/20250811/Z_1 |