Val du Charron Wine Farm Multi-Site Hybrid
Solar, AC, and Heat Pumps Across Estate
Company Name: Val du Charron Wine Farm
Location: Bovlei Valley, near Wellington, Western Cape, South Africa
Industry: Agriculture/Hospitality (Wine Farm)
Short Description: Wine estate upgraded with modular solar and efficiency measures for diverse operations.
Scope of Project: Installed hybrid solar systems across sites (total >R1M), inverter AC replacements, and 22.8kW heat pump for hot water.
Val du Charron in Paarl implemented site-specific hybrid solar installations for cellar, guest house, and other facilities, complemented by efficient AC units and a powerful heat pump. This multi-faceted approach reduces energy use across the vineyard and accommodations.
Tailored renewables at Val du Charron achieve 35% estate-wide savings, with heat pumps boosting water efficiency by 60%. This supports sustainable wine production and tourism in the Winelands, blending heritage with modern eco-practices.
Modular hybrid installations (Total >R1M capex):
Centralized 30kW Grid-Tied Inverter for cellar with 5kWp array.
Guest House/Hotel: 5kWp array, 8kW hybrid inverter, 15kWh batteries.
Coach House/House/Pizza: 3.3-8.3kWp arrays, 5-8kW hybrids, 10kWh each.
Inverter AC Replacements and 22.8kW Heat Pump (5.7kW input) for 1000L hot water system.
Key results & impact
Estate-wide 35% energy savings; hot water efficiency up 60%, supporting sustainable tourism.
Contactable Reference: Mr. Stuart Entwistle – 021 873 1256, sge@vdcwines.com
