With the recent completion of the nation’s first comprehensive grid tied renewable energy microgrid project at the University of Moratuwa (UoM), DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, is now well equipped to implement microgrid systems for the local industries to ensure an uninterrupted power supply. DIMO will also provide microgrid services to the Maldives and rural regions in Africa where the company has already established its footprint through other engineering solutions.
As a company that continuously strives to reshape the green energy landscape of Sri Lanka, DIMO provides advanced solutions for mini-hydro, bio mass, solar and wind power plants in the country. DIMO has also played a key role in the implementation of Sri Lanka’s first ever wind power project in Mannar and the successful completion of the nation’s first microgrid system is a true testament to DIMO’s commitment to implement innovative green energy initiatives.
The microgrid system at the UoM supplies uninterrupted power to the university despite the current power cuts faced by the country. Even during the 13-hour power cuts, the microgrid was capable of effectively managing the demand of the connected loads. DIMO implemented the microgrid system at UoM in collaboration with Lanka Electricity Company (LECO) and with the financial assistance of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). This project connects stand-alone grids to ensure an uninterrupted, renewable power supply throughout the distribution area at any time.
The completed system consists of a 375kW of Solar PV, 418kWh of Battery Storage and a 1170kVA backup Diesel generator. With this project, UoM now can generate its power requirement within its own premises, without depending on the national power supply.