Oviaragón, Spain

Oviaragón is a major agricultural cooperative in Spain, recognized for its extensive operations in animal farming and food production, including the management of numerous fattening farms, mixing plants, and a significant cheesemaking facility. The cooperative, which serves as the parent company of Pastores Grupo Cooperativo and comprises 600 partner farmers with nearly 400,000 sheep, has been a pillar of the Aragonese rural economy since 1981. With 12 plants running at full capacity, the cooperative faced the challenge of volatile electricity bills and the need to secure a stable energy supply for its continuous, non-interruptible processes.

Oviaragón decisively chose to take control of its energy future, partnering with y Tú, a specialized solar company and part of the Swiss Youdera Group, to implement solar power across its extensive infrastructure. This ambitious multi-project, engineered by the Zaragoza-based y Tú Solar, involves installations across all 12 of Oviaragón's key locations, distributed throughout the Aragon region. The customized solution addressed the unique consumption patterns and diverse roof spaces of their various sites.

Segment

Food and beverage industry

Key Details

The cooperative's solar initiative is a large-scale undertaking, with the total installed capacity across all sites exceeding 500 kWp. The specific facility mentioned, which is representative of the cooperative's commitment, contributes significantly to the overall goal:

Total Capacity (across 12 sites): Over 500 kWp
Total Annual Energy Generation: Over 700 MWh of clean energy.
Strategic Advantage: The primary benefit for Oviaragón's 600 members is the crucial stability in cost structure and the protection against market energy peaks during high-consumption periods.

Environmental Impact

The combined capacity is expected to reduce the carbon footprint by nearly 200 tonnes of CO₂ per year.

This transition to renewables, developed with y Tú, is a critical strategic move that ensures both the long-term viability of their agricultural tradition and their commitment to sustainable food production in Aragon.