Overview
Jílovice Solar Power Plant is a 1.3 MW operational solar PV facility in the Czech Republic, owned by Stand-by Europe. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Jílovice Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in the Czech Republic, with coordinates 48.8882 N, 14.7316 E. The plant has an installed capacity of 1.3 MW and is currently operational. It is owned by Stand-by Europe, a company active in the renewable energy sector. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 for member states. The Czech Republic has implemented national support mechanisms, including feed-in tariffs and green bonuses, to promote solar PV development. At 1.3 MW, this facility is considered small-scale within the solar PV sector. As a solar PV installation, Jílovice Solar Power Plant generates electricity without direct emissions, supporting the Czech Republic's transition to a low-carbon energy system. The plant's output is fed into the local grid, contributing to regional energy needs and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its operation aligns with EU climate goals and national renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the South Bohemian region, an area characterized by agricultural landscapes and moderate solar irradiance. Solar PV installations like this one have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no water consumption or air emissions. However, land use for solar panels can affect local ecosystems; in this region, panels are often installed on agricultural land or brownfields, balancing energy production with land conservation.
Frequently asked questions
Jílovice Solar Power Plant is located in the Czech Republic, near the municipality of Jílovice in the South Bohemian region, at coordinates 48.8882 N, 14.7316 E.
Jílovice Solar Power Plant has an installed capacity of 1.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Jílovice Solar Power Plant is owned by Stand-by Europe, a company involved in renewable energy projects.
Solar PV in the Czech Republic operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy share by 2030. National support includes feed-in tariffs and green bonuses for small-scale installations.
By generating clean electricity from solar energy, Jílovice Solar Power Plant helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports the Czech Republic's progress toward EU renewable energy targets.