Sahara Solar Thermal
Ouarzazate, Morocco
Project Details
Project Type
Solar
Capacity
180 MW
Developer
Solaris Energy
PPA Term
15 years
Description
Large-scale renewable energy project with strong financial metrics and environmental benefits.
Risk Analysis
Overall Risk Score
This score represents the overall risk assessment of the project, taking into account technical, financial, regulatory, environmental, and political factors.
Technical Risk
Assessment of technology readiness and reliability
Potential performance deviations from expected output
Risk associated with equipment maintenance and reliability
Financial Risk
Risk of revenue shortfall due to market conditions
Risk of construction and operational cost overruns
Risk associated with currency fluctuations
Regulatory Risk
Risk of delays in obtaining necessary permits
Risk of changes in government policies
Risk of non-compliance with regulations
Environmental Risk
Risk from climate change impacts
Risk of resource availability
Risk of environmental impact
Political Risk
Risk from political instability
Risk from government actions
Risk from community relations
Environmental Impact
Est. Carbon Offset
~450,000 tonnes CO₂/year
Project Footprint
500 hectares
Water Usage
0 m³/year
Biodiversity Impact
Low
Carbon Reduction Impact
Significant
Equivalent to removing approximately 97,800 cars from the road
Estimated Homes Powered
~52,400 households
Based on average household consumption of 10.5 MWh per year
Community Impact
Positive
Includes local job creation, community development initiatives, and regional economic benefits
Energy Security Contribution
Moderate to High
Contribution to regional energy independence and grid resilience
Environmental Compliance
Environmental Impact Assessment Completed
All Environmental Permits Secured
Ongoing Environmental Monitoring Program
Detailed environmental compliance documentation and monitoring reports available to qualified investors upon request.
Energy Production Metrics
Installed Capacity
180 MW
Est. Annual Generation
550,000 MWh
Capacity Factor
25%
PPA Duration
15 years
Performance Metrics
Availability (Target)
98%
System uptime
Performance Ratio (Est.)
~85%
Efficiency indicator
Expected vs. Projected Output
On Target
Production forecasts based on resource assessment studies and equipment specifications
Note: Actual generation may vary due to resource availability, grid constraints, and maintenance schedules. Detailed production data available to qualified investors.
Financial Metrics
Target IRR
10.0% - 13.0%
Investment Range
$370M - $470M
Est. Payback Period
6 - 9 years
Minimum Investment
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Detailed Financial Information
Additional financial details including debt structure, NPV, DSCR, and detailed cash flow projections are available to qualified investors after signing an NDA.
Compared to industry average of 8.5%
Note: Actual returns may vary based on multiple factors. Historical performance is not indicative of future results. Please review the full financial disclosure available upon request.
Understanding Project Finance Metrics
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P50/P90/P99 Production Cases
Statistical confidence levels for energy production forecasts that drive investment decisions:
- P50: 50% probability production estimate – base case for financial models
- P90: 90% probability production floor – lenders evaluate debt sizing
- P99: 99% probability production floor – worst-case scenario stress testing
Financial Sensitivity Analysis
Rigorous testing of financial models against key variable fluctuations:
- DSCR Testing: Debt Service Coverage Ratio analysis under multiple scenarios
- LCOE Analysis: Levelized Cost of Energy compared to local market prices
- Monte Carlo Simulation: Probability assessment across thousands of scenarios
Risk Mitigation Structures
Comprehensive contractual and insurance frameworks to safeguard investments:
- PPA Structure: Power Purchase Agreements with creditworthy offtakers
- Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive policies for weather, business interruption, and equipment
- Warranties: Equipment performance guarantees and O&M contracts
Technical Due Diligence
Comprehensive assessment of project technical fundamentals:
- Resource Assessment: Independent verification of solar/wind/hydro resources
- Technology Review: Equipment quality, track record and performance analysis
- Operational Assessment: O&M strategy evaluation and performance optimization
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Project Team
Sarah Chen
Project Director
Solaris Energy
15+ years in renewable energy development
Specializes in Solar PV and hybrid systems
Leading the Sahara Solar Thermal development from initial concept through operation, coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure project success.
Core Project Team
Miguel Rodriguez
Technical Lead
Renewable Engineering Group
Elena Petrov
Finance Director
Solaris Energy
James Wilson
EPC Manager
Renewable Construction Co
Aisha Mahmoud
Environmental Specialist
Solaris Energy
Carlos Mendez
O&M Manager
Green Operations Ltd
Project Organizations
Developer
Solaris Energy
EPC Contractor
Renewable Construction Co
Equipment Supplier
SolarTech Inc
O&M Provider
Green Operations Ltd
Legal Advisor
Energy Law Partners
Technical Advisor
Renewable Engineering Group
Key Project Milestones
January 2020
Completed
Development Start
Initial site assessment and feasibility studies
March 2021
Completed
Construction Start
Groundbreaking and initial infrastructure development
June 2022
Completed
Commissioning
System testing and grid connection
September 2022
Current Phase
Commercial Operation
Beginning of power generation and revenue
September 2037
Projected
PPA End Date
End of initial power purchase agreement term
Investment Summary
Minimum Investment
$420,000,000
Project Type
Solar
Status
Operational
Risk Level
Medium
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Key Contacts
Sarah Chen
Project Director
15+ years in renewable energy development
Elena Petrov
Finance Director
18 years in renewable energy finance
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