ACME Grupe starts operating in the field of renewable energy. The new company ACME Solar Group was established recently this year. The company will be involved in the development and management of solar energy projects. The first energy capacities will be offered to the market in the first half of 2021. The first remote solar power plant will generate more than 500,000 kWh of electricity per year.
ACME Grupe has made these investments in order to implement more sustainable business practices in its business model. “We started taking an interest in the field of renewable energy 1.5 years ago. As you know, our group of companies brings the latest technologies and new electronic devices to Baltic and other countries, so decision to start working in this sector – was planned and logical”, said Sergej Artemiuk, CEO of ACME Grupe. He also mentioned that first solar plants will be established in Lithuania.
According to the CEO, it is planned to invest about 2 million euros in this new business branch. The company is willing to offer 5-megawatt (MW) capacity projects to the market annually. The first remote solar power plant will generate more than 500,000 kWh of electricity per year and it will start operating in the first half of 2021. The equipment will be supplied by ACC Distribution, which is a part of ACME Grupe.
“We have set ourselves an ambitious goal. We want to create long-term value for society. Solar energy is one of the most environmentally friendly. It is extremely beneficial because it reduces reliance on oil, coal and natural gas for electricity production. These fossil fuels produce harmful emissions that affect the quality of air, water and soil, and are responsible for global warming. Moreover, we have been working in the field of technology for more than 27 years and we believe that our experience in the technology field, broad approach and open-minded attitude will allow us to improve and create prosperity not only for ourselves but also for society”, said Sergej Artemiuk.
ACME Grupe currently unites 34 companies operating in 3 countries. 409 employees at the moment are working in this organization. ACME Grupe companies export electronic devices and other products to 42 countries.