Maliban to install Hayleys Solar Rooftop Solar PV systems

In continuing its efforts to transition more corporates to clean, affordable energy, Hayleys Fentons recently signed an agreement with Maliban Biscuit Manufactories (Pvt) Ltd. & Maliban Dairy and Agri Products (Pvt) Ltd to install rooftop solar PV systems across its key operations.

A 240kW (288.90 kWp) Grid-Tied rooftop solar PV system will be installed at the Maliban Store located in Ratmalana and a 330kW (373.68 kWp) Grid-Tied rooftop solar PV system at the Maliban manufacturing plant in Thalakiriyagama, Galewela. The solar PV systems will be installed by Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons.

“We continue our purpose-led focus on driving the transition to clean energy, which will support Sri Lanka in achieving its priorities of generating affordable electricity and enhancing energy security. We are pleased to partner with Maliban Biscuit Manufactories to support them to navigate the prevailing energy crisis and ensure continuity of their production and operations,” Hayleys Solar MD Hasith Prematillake commented.

Maliban Group MD Kumudika Fernando stated, “Today, despite facing many challenges brought about by the current economic crisis, we have successfully progressed with our targets of renewable energy to contribute to the country’s target and to reduce our carbon footprint. With the expertise and service excellence, Hayleys Solar possess in the field of renewable energy, we look forward to a seamless transition to solar.”

Roshane Perera added. “Businesses today are facing daily power cuts, tariff revisions and related financial and continuity challenges. As a leader in renewable energy solutions, the team at Hayleys Solar has been swiftly moving ahead on a large pipeline of projects, working across commercial, industrial and residential requirements to build energy resilience.”