Sturdee Energy Brings Dwaalboom Solar Plant into Operation

On 10 March 2026, PPC’s Dwaalboom cement operation reached Commercial Operation Date (COD) for its 10 MW solar plant, marking the transition from construction and testing into fully contracted, revenue-generating operation.

Developed by Sturdee Energy, the plant is now supplying electricity directly behind the meter to PPC’s facility. Achieving COD confirms that the project has completed commissioning, passed all technical and regulatory requirements, and is performing in line with agreed specifications. The Dwaalboom installation forms part of a broader 20MW embedded generation rollout across PPC’s operations, aimed at reducing reliance on grid electricity and improving long-term energy cost stability.

The project incorporates bifacial solar modules and optimised tracker systems, enabling higher energy yield and improved performance under varying operating conditions. Together with its sister project at Slurry, the installation contributes to an estimated annual avoidance of more than 50,000 tonnes of CO₂e, supporting PPC’s decarbonisation pathway.