Black & Veatch has been appointed by Green Earth Power (Thailand) to provide design and consultancy services for a 220-megawatt solar plant in Myanmar.
The plant is located in Minbu, Magway region, and construction will start in the first quarter of 2016. Black & Veatch said its scope will be primarily executed by specialised resources based in neighbouring Thailand.
“Electricity is an urgent priority in Myanmar and has serious implications on economic and social progress. As solar facilities can be built rapidly, it is an excellent alternative to quickly add power to the grid and ensure meaningful impacts on quality of life,” said Ric O’Connell, International Renewable Energy Director at Black & Veatch.
“The plant supports the Myanmar government’s aim to increase electricity production from the present 2,500MW to 30,000MW by 2030. Drawing on our deep experience in renewable energy, power generation, water and oil & gas, we are well positioned to support the goal and bring in the full depth and breadth of our regional expertise,” said Pitak Wangvarangkoon, who was recently appointed as General Manager of Black & Veatch’s business in Myanmar.
