Overview
Canadel is a 10.4 MW solar PV facility located in France. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Canadel is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 10.4 megawatts. The plant is operational and plays a role in the local energy mix, supporting France's transition to renewable energy sources. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France has implemented national feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regimes to support solar PV development, making projects like Canadel viable. Solar PV plants like Canadel contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying energy supply. The facility's location in southern France benefits from high solar irradiance, enhancing its energy generation potential. Its grid integration supports local electricity needs and aligns with national renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with high solar irradiance, typical of southern France. Solar PV installations have a low visual and land-use impact compared to other energy sources, though they require adequate land area. The environmental benefits include zero direct emissions during operation, contributing to climate change mitigation. Grid integration challenges are managed through modern inverter technology and grid codes.
Frequently asked questions
The Canadel solar PV facility is located in France, with coordinates approximately 43.1650 N, 6.4770 E.
The Canadel solar plant has a capacity of 10.4 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV installation.
Canadel uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight directly into electricity.
Solar PV in France operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs that provide financial support for renewable energy projects.
Canadel contributes to France's renewable energy targets by generating clean electricity from solar power, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and helping meet EU renewable energy obligations.