Aug 10 (Reuters) - EDF Energies Nouvelles EDF.PA /Canadian Solar CSIQ.O :
* EDF Energies Nouvelles and Canadian Solar Inc announce partnership on 92.5 MWp Pirapora III photovoltaic project in Brazil
* Sale of 80% interest in the project by Canadian Solar to EDF EN do Brasil, EDF Energies Nouvelles' local subsidiary
* Pirapora III project has started construction and is expected to reach commercial operation in Q4 2017
* Canadian Solar is supplying modules for the project from its 380 MWp modules factory established in Brazil to support the local market
* EDF EN do Brasil will manage both the construction and operations phases of the project
* Project will generate 188 GWh per year and contribute towards the country's goal of obtaining 23% of its energy from non-hydro renewable sources by 2030