Modulblok accelerates on Clean Energy: solar power system upgraded at the Amaro plant

Modulblok is continuing to invest in renewable self-generation, enhancing the photovoltaic system at its Amaro facility and bringing total installed capacity close to the one-megawatt threshold. The expansion confirms a clear strategic trajectory: progressively reducing withdrawals from the national grid and increasing the share of in-house renewable energy, to the benefit of operational stability, energy costs and environmental impact.

The project originated in 2019, when Modulblok installed its first ~500 kWp solar array—an early move that already enabled the company to generate more than 500,000 kWh/year internally. In 2025, the scope expands further with new photovoltaic capacity, taking the company significantly closer to the one-megawatt milestone. The outcome: a substantially larger share of energy demand now covered by self-generated renewable power, with potential annual production exceeding ~935,000 kWh/year—pushing coverage well beyond half of the plant’s electricity consumption.

The impact is tangible: the upgrade will avoid more than 400 tonnes of CO₂ emissions every year, a benefit equivalent to hundreds of cars taken off the road or thousands of trees planted.

Looking ahead, the company is closely monitoring two key developments: the integration of energy-storage systems, which would allow surplus power generated during peak sunlight hours to be used when it is most needed; and the development of Industrial Energy Communities, a model that would enable renewable energy sharing within the same local area. Both directions will be assessed with the same engineering-driven logic that defines Modulblok: vision, analysis and measurable return.

This achievement is aligned with Modulblok’s broader ESG strategy. On the Environmental front, beyond the solar expansion, the company adheres to internationally recognised standards that certify the effectiveness of its management systems and impact-measurement processes. Environmental protection is grounded in concrete norms and methods: UNI EN ISO 14001 embeds environmental management directly into production processes, while ISO 14064 certifies the quantification and reporting of greenhouse-gas emissions.

On the Social front, Modulblok’s commitment is also supported by ISO 45001, which recognises the adoption of a health and safety management system based on prevention, risk control and continuous training. For Modulblok, sustainability includes people and the quality of working conditions. Finally, the company’s vision extends to the entire supply chain: more transparent supplier-selection criteria, assessment of indirect impacts, and collaborations with universities and external bodies to validate data and methodologies. At Modulblok, doing sustainability means measuring, acting and improving—on a solid technical foundation.