LONGi Solar and Nofar Energy Partner for Romania's Major Solar Project with Innovative Technology

A Landmark Partnership for Romania's Solar Future

In an impactful move towards renewable energy, global solar leader LONGi Solar has joined forces with Israeli developer Nofar Energy, marking a significant advance in Romania's sustainable energy landscape. Together, they embark on the ambitious 282MW Corbii Mari project, set to become the largest solar installation in Romania, located in Dambovita County. This collaboration showcases the deployment of over 430,000 LONGi Hi-MO9 BC modules, establishing back contact (BC) technology as the benchmark for utility-scale solar energy transformation in Europe.

The Corbii Mari project is scheduled to commence production in 2026, signaling double milestones for the European renewable sector. It represents not only Nofar Energy’s most significant international independent power producer (IPP) undertaking but also the largest deployment of BC technology in Romania. This strategic partnership is aimed at addressing the region's climate challenges, ensuring efficiency, and expanding renewable energy reach.

Leon Zhang, President of LONGi Europe, emphasized that this initiative goes beyond standard solar projects. He stated, “Corbii Mari transcends conventional solar deployments – it’s a powerful validation that BC technology has matured into Europe’s utility-scale foundation.” By selecting the Hi-MO9 modules for their primary European venture, Nofar Energy exemplifies how innovative partnerships can expedite the energy transition through a commitment to technological advancement.

Favi Stelian, Managing Partner for Nofar in Romania, expressed pride in what the Corbii Mari project represents for Nofar’s aspirations in Europe. “By partnering with LONGi and utilizing Hi-MO9 BC technology, we are ushering in Romania’s largest solar initiative and setting a new precedent for sustainable innovation across the continent.” Meanwhile, Mirel Jarnea, Strategic Accounts Manager SEE for LONGi Europe, highlighted Nofar's choice of Hi-MO9 as a testament to the sector’s recognition of BC technology as the forefront of solar innovation.

The project employs back contact architecture to accomplish remarkable performance metrics within Romania’s diverse climate. Features such as temperature resilience and a 30-year degradation guarantee promote reliable energy generation. The high-power output of the modules reduces land use, thereby protecting Dambovita County’s agricultural ecosystems. The Corbii Mari installation is anticipated to produce an estimated 380GWh annually, significantly impacting the environment by displacing 220,000 tonnes of carbon emissions each year. This is akin to removing 48,000 gasoline-powered vehicles from the roads, all while providing power to over 50,000 Romanian households.

Furthermore, this initiative forms a blueprint for Nofar’s multi-gigawatt European expansion, pointing to a growing acceptance of BC technology in the region. As one of the defining milestones in Romania's transition towards renewable energy, the collaboration between LONGi Solar and Nofar Energy not only represents a towering achievement in solar deployment but also cultivates an ecosystem for innovative technologies to thrive within Europe’s renewable energy landscape. The partnership's holistic approach is set to inspire future projects aiming to achieve a sustainable energy framework across the continent.