Overview
Colomiers is a 3.65 MW solar PV facility located in France. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Colomiers is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 3.65 MW. This scale places it in the small-to-medium range for solar installations in the country, typical of ground-mounted or rooftop arrays serving local grids. 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 regimes, encouraging distributed generation. The plant's capacity is modest but contributes to the national renewable portfolio. Solar PV facilities like Colomiers play a key role in France's energy transition by generating clean electricity with low operational emissions. They help reduce reliance on nuclear and fossil fuels, though land use and visual impact are considerations. The plant's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the grid.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations in France typically occupy land or rooftops, with potential land-use impacts depending on siting. The technology has minimal water consumption and no direct emissions during operation. Grid integration of variable solar power requires balancing measures, but France's diversified energy mix supports stability. The facility's location in the Occitanie region benefits from high solar irradiance.
Frequently asked questions
The Colomiers solar PV facility is located in France, at coordinates 43.6116 N, 1.3273 E.
The Colomiers solar plant has a capacity of 3.65 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
Colomiers uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity.
France aims to reach 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III. Facilities like Colomiers contribute to this target through solar PV generation.
Solar PV facilities produce electricity with zero direct emissions, low water use, and minimal operational impact, helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel dependence.