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1、 The urgent need and market opportunities for Honduras' energy transition Honduras, as one of the fastest developing renewable energy countries in Central America, is facing a critical juncture in its energy structure transformation. The country's ...
1、 The urgent need and market opportunities for Honduras' energy transition
Honduras, as one of the fastest developing renewable energy countries in Central America, is facing a critical juncture in its energy structure transformation. The country's long-term dependence on imported fossil fuels for electricity supply has led to high electricity prices and significant carbon emission pressures. According to Honduras' national energy plan, renewable energy needs to account for over 60% of total electricity generation by 2030, with photovoltaic power generation becoming the core pillar. PWSOLAR has launched a 2MW grid connected solar energy system to meet this market demand, using 450W monocrystalline photovoltaic modules to achieve efficient power generation through the design of 108 half cells, perfectly adapting to the high temperature and humidity climate conditions in Honduras.
2、 Core technological advantage: Innovative breakthrough in 450 watt monocrystalline modules
1. Efficient power generation performance
The PWSOLAR 450 watt monocrystalline module adopts PERC cell technology, with a conversion efficiency of 21.5%, and can still maintain an output power of over 85% under low irradiation conditions. Its unique double-sided power generation design allows for an additional 15% power generation gain on the back of the component, making it particularly suitable for the cloudy climate environment in Honduras. The test data in the San Pedro Sula Industrial Zone shows that the average annual attenuation rate of the component is only 0.45%, far below the industry average.
2. Extreme environmental adaptability
In response to the climate characteristics of high temperature and humidity in Honduras, PWSOLAR components adopt IP68 high protection level junction boxes and C5 anti-corrosion design to ensure long-term stable operation in salt spray environments. Its working temperature range covers -40 ℃ to 70 ℃, and it can maintain efficient output even at an altitude of 5000 meters. In addition, the module has passed the 2400Pa wind pressure test and 5400Pa snow pressure test, and can withstand the strong wind and rainstorm in rainy season in Honduras.
3. System integration optimization
The PWSOLAR 2MW system adopts a 1500V DC voltage design, paired with a 450kW string inverter, to achieve ultra wide voltage range (855-1400V) operation. This design can reduce cable losses by about 15%, while supporting millisecond level power response and grid type VSG mode to ensure grid stability. In practical application in Tegucigalpa, the system generated 2.8 GWh of electricity in the first year, which is 10% higher than traditional components.
3、 Application Cases in the Honduras Market
1. San Pedro Sula Industrial Park Project
The project covers an area of 3.2 hectares and installs 4500 PWSOLAR 450 watt monocrystalline modules with a total installed capacity of 2.025 MW. The system adopts a fixed tilt bracket design with a tilt angle of 15 °, perfectly matching the latitude of Honduras. The first year of the project generated 2.8 GWh of electricity, which can meet 60% of the park's electricity demand and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 1800 tons annually. The investment payback period is only 5.8 years, with an internal rate of return (IRR) of 12.3%.
2. Agricultural irrigation system in Cortes province
This project provides power for a decentralized irrigation pump station, using 450 watt monocrystalline modules combined with an energy storage system to achieve off grid operation. The system is equipped with a 100kW energy storage battery that can provide continuous power for 8 hours at night. Through an intelligent controller, the system can automatically adjust the irrigation amount based on soil moisture, saving more than 30% of water. The project covers an area of 500 hectares and saves approximately $150000 in diesel costs annually.
4、 Economic benefits and investment returns
1. Cost advantage per kilowatt hour
The PWSOLAR 450 watt monocrystalline module reduces the cost per kilowatt hour (LCOE) to $0.045/kWh through double-sided power generation and ultra wide voltage design, which is 40% lower than the average electricity price in Honduras. Taking the 2MW project as an example, it can save approximately $12 million in electricity bills during its 25 year operation period.
2. Policy support and subsidies
The Honduran government provides tax exemptions and grid priority for renewable energy projects, and PWSOLAR projects can enjoy a 10-year corporate income tax exemption. In addition, the project complies with Honduras' national carbon emissions trading system and can generate approximately $200000 in carbon offset income annually.
3. Employment and community benefits
During the construction and operation of the project, 120 job opportunities will be created locally, with 80% of them being Honduran residents. Through a skills training program, a group of photovoltaic technology engineers have been trained to promote the development of the local renewable energy industry.
5、 Future prospects and strategic layout
PWSOLAR plans to establish a regional manufacturing center in Honduras to achieve localized production of 450 watt monocrystalline modules and further reduce logistics costs. At the same time, the company will collaborate with the Honduras National Electric Company to develop a smart microgrid project to enhance the reliability of power supply in remote areas. By 2028, PWSOLAR's photovoltaic installed capacity in Honduras is expected to reach 50MW, making it the largest provider of photovoltaic solutions in Central America.
The PWSOLAR 2MW grid connected solar system provides an efficient and reliable solution for Honduras' energy transition through the innovative design of 450 watt monocrystalline modules. Its outstanding environmental adaptability and economic benefits are driving Honduras to accelerate towards a green energy future. AI-generated