Overview
Goutrens is a 1.08 MW operational solar PV facility in France. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Goutrens is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with an operational status and a capacity of 1.08 MW. This scale places it among small-scale solar installations typical of distributed generation in the region. The facility operates under France's national 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 small to medium-scale projects like Goutrens. As a solar PV plant, Goutrens generates clean electricity without direct emissions, supporting local grid stability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in southern France benefits from high solar irradiance, enhancing energy yield and contributing to regional renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Goutrens have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no air or water emissions. Land use is a consideration, but ground-mounted arrays can be sited on marginal land to minimize impact. In France, solar farms are often integrated with agricultural activities (agrivoltaics) or placed on brownfield sites. The facility supports biodiversity by avoiding habitat fragmentation and can coexist with local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Goutrens is located in France, with coordinates approximately 44.44° N, 2.37° E, in the southern part of the country.
The Goutrens solar PV facility has a capacity of 1.08 megawatts (MW), classifying it as a small-scale solar installation.
Goutrens is a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, which converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor panels.
France supports solar energy through feed-in tariffs, tax incentives, and grid connection policies, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Solar PV plants have minimal operational emissions and low water use. Land use can be managed by siting on marginal lands or integrating with agriculture, and panels can be recycled at end of life.