Clarion Hungary Secures Long-Term Renewable Energy with On-Site Solar PPA
Clarion Hungary Electronics Kft., a subsidiary of FORVIA
Clarion Hungary, part of FORVIA - the 7th largest automotive technology supplier globally - aimed to reduce rising energy costs while addressing its carbon footprint and environmental impacts, aligned with FORVIA’s target of eliminating 30,000 tons of CO₂e emissions annually across its sites.
An on-site solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) offered an ideal solution, enabling a cost-effective transition to renewable energy without upfront costs or maintenance responsibilities. To achieve this, Clarion Hungary needed a reliable partner to design, deliver, and operate a solar power plant.
Photon Energy, leveraging its experience as a leading solar PV EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) and operation and maintenance provider, partnered with Clarion Hungary to implement a turnkey solar PV power plant under a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA).
The plant is expected to generate 14.1 GWh of renewable energy over its lifetime, reducing CO2 emissions by 3,620 metric tons and covering 20% of the site’s annual electricity consumption.
Photon Energy collaborated closely with FORVIA and ENGIE Impact, which acted as the Project Management Office under FORVIA’s global solar PV program.
The installation was engineered to maximize energy output within a limited space using:
By integrating top-quality components, Photon Energy ensures the system delivers optimal performance and long-term reliability (e.g., N-type PV modules offer higher efficiency and lower degradation over their lifetime), benefiting all stakeholders.
To maintain peak performance, Photon Energy’s in-house monitoring and control team continuously tracks the power plant’s operation. This proactive approach enables rapid detection and resolution of issues, minimizing downtime.
On-site solar PPAs provide a powerful tool for businesses seeking to address sustainability goals such as climate neutrality by 2050, reducing Scope 2 emissions and increasing their share of renewable energy consumption - all without the need for an upfront investment or ongoing maintenance. Photon Energy’s tailored solutions make it easier for companies like Clarion to achieve these benefits while also supporting operational cost savings.
With a strong presence across the CEE region, Photon Energy is committed to becoming the partner of choice for renewable energy projects, helping businesses achieve cost savings while aligning with ambitious climate goals and ESG regulatory frameworks.
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