The company is widely regarded as a world leader in solar energy systems for the telecommunications industry. Since installing its first solar telecoms system in Togo, Africa in 1989, the company has delivered more than 3,000 installations to the industry.
Tenesols 28 years of experience in the design, manufacture installation and operation of solar systems worldwide enables it to deliver tailor-made systems that meet specific customer requirements. The company has adapted its solutions to deliver optimised production while meeting local planning constraints in more than 150 countries across the globe.
The continuing growth of telecoms in modern society has increased the need for suitable infrastructure in both rural and urban areas. For many years, Tenesol has met this growing need with its award-winning solar energy solutions, which are used in a variety of telecoms applications, including:
- Fixed, mobile and radio operated networks.
- All forms of transmitting base stations (small-sized, microwave, wireless, repeater, etc.).
- Peripheral equipment such as lighting, security and air conditioners.
One of Tenesols most successful telecoms projects saw it working in partnership with telecoms giant Orange. Tenesol created a PV system for remote base station equipment that could be adapted to suit different power and location requirements. This solution has since become Oranges global blueprint for off-grid telecoms sites and has been used at more than 1,000 base stations in 15 countries. The project was awarded the Best Wireless Infrastructure Innovation award at the Global Telecoms Business Innovation Awards 2010.
Tenesol is also currently working on a 4.5 million solar telecoms project in Morocco. The company is supplying more than 4,500 PV panels to Maroc Telecom for use at 42 sites across the country.
Tenesols complete service offering extends to both the financing and maintenance of solar projects. The company handles extensive maintenance contracts that include operational time guarantees so that clients can rest assured with what its installation will provide.
Why solar power?
Solar power is perfect for the telecommunications industry for a number of reasons. Firstly, solar systems have a very low operating cost, especially when compared to diesel generators commonly used in the industry. Secondly, solar power is highly versatile; solar systems can be installed in almost any location and can suit any power requirement. Finally, it is also highly reliable; solar systems utilize the latest technology but perform a relatively simple operation with little risk of failure. It is not uncommon for an installation to run for more than 25 years.
At MWC, Tenesol will be located in Hall 2.1 at Stand E77. The company will showcase a selection of PV products and innovations used in telecoms installations. Representatives from various business units will be on hand to discuss how solar power can meet a wide variety of telecommunications requirements.
MWC is the worlds leading mobile telecommunications event. More than 1,400 exhibitors will attend this years show, which takes place 27th February 1st March.
