Hospitality

    The President Hotel

    Bantry Bay, Cape Town

    149kWpSolar
    1200kWhBESS
    HybridMax
    Solution
    2025Year

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    Forest Energy accepting the Herholdt's Group Commercial Project of the Year 2026
    Award Winner

    Herholdt's Group Commercial Project of the Year 2026

    Five sites across the Western Cape were considered for the Cape Town Commercial Project of the Year. The President Hotel installation stood out across all four evaluation criteria, earning Forest Energy the award.

    • Scale of the installation
    • Complexity of the project
    • Product specification
    • Overall execution and quality of the completed work
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    Project Overview

    Located in the heart of Bantry Bay, Cape Town, The President Hotel is one of the city's most iconic hospitality destinations, known for its world-class accommodation, ocean views, and commitment to sustainable operations. Forest Energy partnered with Acon Consulting Engineers to design and install a fully integrated solar and battery energy storage system. The solution includes a 149 kWp solar PV array combined with advanced 1.2 MWh BESS SigEnergy technology, configured for energy arbitrage to maximise savings through optimal use of stored energy.

    Key Features

    • 149 kWp custom PV roof structure
    • 1200 kWh SigEnergy battery energy storage
    • Energy arbitrage configuration
    • Seamless grid backup during outages
    • Smart energy management system

    Results & Impact

    • Significant reduction in grid dependence
    • Lower operating costs through energy arbitrage
    • Consistent power during grid outages

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