Overview
Bourgbarré is a 2.74 MW solar PV facility located near Bourgbarré, France. The plant is operational and contributes to France's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Bourgbarré is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located near the commune of Bourgbarré in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany, France. With a capacity of 2.74 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation typical of distributed generation in the region. The plant is operational and feeds electricity into the French grid. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework for renewable energy, 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 tenders for small to medium-scale projects. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale band for solar PV, which is common for ground-mounted or rooftop installations in rural areas. Bourgbarré's solar PV contributes to local renewable energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting France's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The facility's location in Brittany benefits from moderate solar irradiance, and its output helps meet regional electricity demand. As a small-scale installation, it has minimal environmental impact and integrates easily into the local grid.
Environmental context
The Bourgbarré solar PV facility is located in a rural area of Brittany, characterized by agricultural land and low-density development. Solar PV installations in such settings have a low visual impact and can coexist with farming activities. The region's moderate solar resource supports efficient energy generation without significant land-use conflicts. The facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports France's energy transition.
Frequently asked questions
The Bourgbarré solar PV facility is located near the commune of Bourgbarré in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany, France.
The Bourgbarré solar plant has a capacity of 2.74 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic installation.
Bourgbarré uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity.
Bourgbarré contributes to France's target under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which aims for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France supports solar PV through feed-in tariffs and tenders.
Small solar PV facilities have minimal environmental impact, with low land-use change and no emissions during operation. They help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support local energy independence.