Tenaris completes two solar energy projects in Italy to support decarbonization

Luxembourg-based international steel pipe manufacturer Tenaris has announced the completion of two new photovoltaic installations at its Sabbio Bergamasco and Arcore facilities in Italy as part of its strategy to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.

New photovoltaic installations add 10 MW of renewable capacity

According to Michele Della Briotta, President of Tenaris Europe, the two photovoltaic installations have a combined peak capacity of 10 MW and represent an investment of approximately €10 million.

He stated that the project is part of a broader decarbonization roadmap that combines existing initiatives with additional renewable energy projects planned for the coming years. Briotta added that the company expects to further expand its renewable energy production capacity in Italy by installing additional photovoltaic installations over the next three years.

Most of the electricity will be consumed locally

The Sabbio Bergamasco photovoltaic plant has an installed capacity of about 5 MW, with all electricity generated expected to be consumed by the nearby Dalmine steel mill. The Arcore facility also has an installed capacity of about 5 MW, with approximately 70-75 percent of its electricity production expected to be used locally. Both power plants were connected to the Italian national grid in June.

Tenaris stated that both projects were