Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Study

The National Renewable Energy Action Plan for the Republic of Lebanon 2016-2020 sited concentrated solar power as one of the solutions for renewable energy generation in Lebanon. Based on a study completed by CEDRO in 2012, Hermel was the most suitable region for a concentrated solar power plant as it has a high insolation rate and the most available lands for use. The optimum size to opt for at the time was a 50 MW plant with 7.5 hours of storage.

In cooperation with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), and under a D2B project, the LCEC launched a “request for proposal for consultancy services for the development of a concentrated solar power plant at Hermel, Lebanon” as part of Phase 1 of the project. The funding of this project was fully available through the D2B project.

Based on the outcomes of Phase 1, the LCEC is currently launching Phase 2 to complete the feasibility study of an alternative Solar PV + BESS solution. This second phase is expected to be completed within 6 months starting from contract signature date, and will form a key input for decision makers to shape national renewable energy targets, plans, and policies.

Main parts of the study:

  • Phase 1: Preliminary study to investigate the feasibility of the project and all parameters tied with its implementation.
  • The consultant investigated the feasibility of a 70 MW CSP plant with 7.5 hours of thermal storage, and explored the possibilities for alternative renewable energy solutions. 
  • The consultant installed 1 weather station to measure the DNI values on the potential sites where the plant could be erected. These weather data will help in obtaining bankable information on the solar radiation available in the targeted region.
  • Phase 2: Development of a comprehensive feasibility study of a 175 MWp solar PV + 550 MWh BESS alternative solution.
  • The outcomes of both phases will be useful during any future planning and implementation of the assessed renewable energy solutions in Lebanon.

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CSP Feasibility Study Project - RFP for Phase 2 Solar PV + BESS

Request for Proposal for Consultancy Services for the CSP Plant in Hermel Lebanon

1st Set of Q&A - Request for Proposal (RFP) for Consultancy Services for the Development of a Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant in Hermel Lebanon

2nd and Final Set of Q&A Request for Proposal (RFP) for Consultancy Services for the Development of a Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant in Hermel Lebanon