The 67MW Mafrac 1 and 67MW Empire photovoltaic plants in Jordan have entered commercial operation.
The solar farms, both developed by Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), are among the first in the Middle East to use double-glass solar modules.
The two grid-connected PV plants are located in the Jordanian desert area that is known for extreme environmental conditions of sandstorms, high temperature, arid climate, and large temperature difference between day and night.
As a result of such extreme conditions, performance requirements are typically high for PV modules that are deployed in the region. JA Solar supplied the high-efficiency panels.
According to JA Solar its double-glass modules have a “superior temperature coefficient and mechanical load resistance”.
JA Solar provided a 30-year warranty for linear power output of its double-glass modules, ensuring the stability and high power generation of solar plants.
JA Solar chairman Jin Baofang said: “JA Solar is one of the solar market leaders in the Middle East market.
“Specifically, it has more than 30% of the Jordan solar market, and its shipments to the UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and other Middle East countries have also grown in the last several years.
“Looking ahead, JA Solar will continue to work with more customers and provide high-efficiency photovoltaic products for customers in the region.”