GCL System Integration Technology Co., Ltd. announced the first phase of Albania's larger floating solar project, to which GCLSI provides patented modules, was successfully connected to the grid. Working jointly with Ocean Sun, a Norwegian owner and developer of proprietary floating solar technology, GCLSI as a supplier, provides solar modules to the 2 MWp project on the Banja reservoir, the larger project of its kind in the region, which is now under construction. The project, with an estimated total investment of EUR 2million, was overseen by Europe's larger renewable energy producer, Statkraft, together with Ocean Sun.

GCLSI has taken part in the project by providing solar modules, which have passed rigorous testing in the development process, and are fit for multiple circumstances, including being submerged in seawater over a long period without jeopardizing performance. The first implementation phase of the project comprises about 1600 solar panels, covering almost 4,000 square meters, with an installed capacity of 0.5 MWp. The unit was successfully deployed and connected to the grid recently.

The second phase adds a combined capacity of 1.5 MWp, and the construction is estimated to be completed by this year. After completion, the plant will generate renewable energy and inject the power into the Albanian national grid.