Summary
Located against the picturesque backdrop of Greece’s Kefalonia Island, Ameresco’s first international wind project on continental Europe supplies clean energy to the area, ensuring that the island’s natural beauty and resources are preserved for future generations. The Kefalonia Wind Project is possible through Ameresco’s partnership with a subsidiary of Greece’s largest power generation company, Public Power Corporation (PPC) SA.
“In benefitting our local communities with enhanced renewable energy solutions, we contribute to Greece’s standing as a notable international player in the renewable energy space. We have been pleased to work together in partnership with the Ameresco team and are proud to be a part of such a meaningful initiative.”
– Konstantinos Mavros
CEO of PPCR
4
2.3 MW Turbines
9.2 MW
Wind Prioject
22,000 Tons
CO2 Reduction Annually
€ 9,800,000
Renewable Energy Project
Customer Benefits
In addition to improving Greece’s overall environmental footprint, the Kefalonia Wind Project delivers the following benefits:
- Reduces carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 22,000 tons each year
- Generates the equivalent of 4,753 cars not being driven or 28,731 acres of pine forest preserved
- Helps preserve the natural beauty and resources of the island
- PPCR will return 3% of revenues received from the project to local governments and communities as an added cost savings benefit
Solution
To advance sustainability initiatives in Greece, Public Power Corporation (PPC) SA’s subsidiary, PPC Renewables, tasked Ameresco with the design and construction of four wind turbines as part of a design, build, operate and maintain (DBOM) contract. The €9.8 million renewable energy project included:
- Design and construction of four 2.3 MW wind turbines
- O&M under an additional 14-year fixed price contract
