The project is being implemented under the Cohesion Policy Programme “THALIA 2021-2027,” co-financed by the European Union.
Project Description
The University of Cyprus (UCY) has recently initiated an international tender for the development of the first phase of the “Apollon” Photovoltaic Park, accompanied by an energy storage system.
This initiative is aligned with the strategic vision to transform the University Campus into a sustainable and smart city, capable of addressing the future development needs of the University within a flexible and sustainable framework.
The first phase of the project involves the installation of photovoltaic systems with a capacity of 5 MWp, alongside an energy storage system with a capacity of 2.35 MWh. This phase is expected to generate 8.4 GWh of clean energy annually, which will meet 50% of the campus’s current electricity requirements.
The integration of the energy storage system is a pioneering aspect of the project, marking it as the first large-scale energy storage installation of its kind in Cyprus. It will play a crucial role in the campus’s future energy management system by promoting the electrification of energy systems and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. It is anticipated that the new photovoltaic park will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 5,600 tons per year.
Construction of the “Apollon” PV park commenced in April 2024, with an expected completion date of February 2025.
The project is included under Priority 2 “Energy and Environment” of the THALIA programme and contributes to achieving the specific objective 2(ii), which focuses on the promotion of renewable energy sources, in accordance with EU Directive 2018/2001.
Expected Results
- Additional energy production capacity from renewable sources: 5 MW
- Energy produced from renewable sources: 8,400 MWh/year
Study and Supervision Team:
UCY Campus Development Office and Electricity Authority of Cyprus
Project Construction Period:
The construction phase began in April 2024 and is expected to conclude in May 2025.
Project Budget:
The total cost of the project is €3,684,440 (+ VAT).
Project Management Team:
UCY Campus Development Office and Electricity Authority of Cyprus
Project Contractor:
ERGO HOME ENERGY LTD
