PPC Limited, South Africa’s top cement manufacturer, has partnered with Sturdee Energy to construct and manage 10MW solar plants for PPC’s Slurry and Dwaalboom Plants. This partnership is a step towards decreasing PPC’s reliance on traditional energy sources and moving towards a greener future.
Sturdee Energy is a prominent developer of renewable energy projects in sub-Saharan Africa, specialising in sustainable renewable energy solutions to promote economic growth and socio-economic development.
Ernesto Acosta, PPC’s Chief Operating Officer, stated, “The Power Purchase Agreement with Sturdee Energy is a significant milestone in PPC’s business transformation journey. By utilising solar energy, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also progressing our efforts to rebuild a profitable and sustainable PPC. This partnership reflects PPC’s commitment to responsible manufacturing.”
This initiative demonstrates PPC’s dedication to operating in an environmentally efficient manner while working towards sustainability goals.