Overview
Semanín Solar Power Plant is a 2 MW solar PV facility in the Czech Republic, owned by FVE Semanín Czech Republic. It is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Semanín Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the Czech Republic, with a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW). The plant is owned by FVE Semanín Czech Republic and is currently operational, adding to the nation's growing portfolio of solar energy installations. The Czech Republic has been expanding its renewable energy sector under the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV plants like Semanín benefit from national feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regulations that support small to medium-scale solar developments. At 2 MW, this facility falls into the small-scale category for solar PV, typical for ground-mounted or rooftop installations in the region. Environmentally, the Semanín Solar Power Plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV systems have minimal operational emissions and require no water for generation, making them a low-impact renewable energy source. The plant's location in the Czech Republic supports the country's transition toward cleaner energy and helps meet EU climate targets.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Semanín have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no air emissions or water consumption. However, land use for ground-mounted solar arrays can affect local ecosystems and agricultural land. In the Czech Republic, solar installations are often sited on marginal or previously disturbed land to minimize impact. The plant's 2 MW capacity represents a modest contribution to the country's renewable energy mix, supporting grid decarbonization.
Frequently asked questions
Semanín Solar Power Plant is located in the Czech Republic, at coordinates 49.859800 N, 16.458700 E.
The plant has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by FVE Semanín Czech Republic.
The Czech Republic follows the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. National feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regulations support solar PV development.
Solar PV plants have low operational emissions and no water use, but land use can affect local habitats. They contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and support renewable energy targets.