Case Study: SolarReserve achieves 20% heliostat cost reduction with PA Consulting

Reducing potential heliostat costs by 20%

SolarReserve, a US-based renewable energy company, was developing large-scale concentrated solar power projects and needed to move its heliostat design from early prototype stage to commercial, high-volume production at a competitive cost. PA Consulting supported SolarReserve with design and specification advice for the heliostats, along with guidance on the fabrication, assembly, equipment, facilities, and supply chain needed for scalable production.

PA Consulting also identified potential assembly partners and critical component suppliers, then facilitated the tender process to help SolarReserve and its technology partners choose the right suppliers. This work helped SolarReserve achieve a 20% cost avoidance per heliostat field, reducing potential heliostat costs by 20%.

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