Iberdrola Germany has completed a 65MWp solar plant in Saxony-Anhalt supplying renewable electricity to Salzgitter AG for green steel production.
The 45-hectare facility comprises more than 92,000 solar modules and delivers power via a PPA to support the company’s regional energy transition, said Iberdrola Germany.
Felipe Montero, managing director of Iberdrola Germany, said: “This solar plant is another milestone for our German onshore portfolio.”
He added: “We are demonstrating that the combination of strong partners, modern technology and long-term industrial cooperation is driving the energy transition forward in a concrete way.”
He stated: “With Salzgitter AG, we have a partner that is clearly committed to sustainable transformation – and we are delighted to be embarking on this journey together.”
The plant is expected to produce around 60 gigawatt hours annually, enough renewable electricity to power more than 20,000 households while avoiding over 23,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per year.
The electricity will be purchased in full by Salzgitter AG and integrated into the transformation of steel production, which Iberdrola said supports the decarbonisation of one of the most energy-intensive industrial sectors.
Ralph Schaper, head of energy management at Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH, said: “The Salzgitter Group relies on strong partnerships for its SALCOS® – Salzgitter Low CO₂ Steelmaking program.”
He added: “These robust networks help establish the essential foundations for implementing low-CO₂ production processes and products.”
Construction was delivered in several phases with partners including Solarpro, P&Q and EMT, and involved regional companies to support local value creation and jobs.