Overview
Besançon is a 1.66 MW solar PV facility in France. The plant contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Besançon is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 1.66 MW. This scale places it among small-to-medium solar installations typical of distributed generation in the region. The plant is operational and supports local energy needs. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France supports solar PV through feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies, encouraging distributed solar growth. The plant's capacity reflects the country's shift toward decentralized renewable generation. As a solar PV installation, Besançon generates clean electricity with minimal environmental impact, avoiding emissions and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in eastern France benefits from moderate solar irradiance, contributing to the regional energy mix and supporting grid stability. The facility plays a role in France's broader renewable energy transition.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Besançon have a low environmental footprint, with no direct emissions during operation. Land use is limited to the panel footprint, and dual-use (agrivoltaics) can mitigate impact. In France, solar development is guided by environmental assessments to minimize effects on local ecosystems. The facility's location in an urbanized area reduces pressure on natural habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The Besançon solar PV facility is located in France, with coordinates 47.255100 N, 6.019300 E.
The Besançon solar plant has a capacity of 1.66 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
The Besançon facility uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
France aims to reach 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive. Small-scale solar PV like Besançon contributes to this goal through distributed generation.
France supports solar PV through feed-in tariffs, grid connection policies, and the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets binding renewable energy targets.