Overview
La Redoune is a 12 MW solar PV facility located in France. The plant is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
La Redoune is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW). The plant is operational and represents a medium-scale solar installation within the French renewable energy landscape. France has been expanding its solar capacity as part of its commitment to the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which targets a 42.5% renewable share by 2030. The facility's technical specifications include a capacity of 12 MW and solar PV as the primary technology. Solar PV plants convert sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. In France, solar energy benefits from feed-in tariffs and grid connection support, encouraging distributed generation. The plant's location in southwestern France benefits from favorable solar irradiation levels. Environmentally, La Redoune contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV installations have a low operational carbon footprint and require minimal water for operation. The facility supports France's energy transition goals and helps diversify the regional energy mix, though land use and visual impact are considerations typical of ground-mounted solar arrays.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with moderate solar irradiation, typical of southwestern France. Solar PV installations like La Redoune have minimal water usage and low operational emissions, but require land area for panel arrays. The site's environmental context includes potential impacts on local flora and fauna, though these are managed through site selection and mitigation measures. The plant supports France's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Frequently asked questions
La Redoune is a solar PV facility located in France, with coordinates approximately 45.2020 N, -1.0120 E.
La Redoune has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar installation.
Yes, La Redoune is currently operational and generating electricity from solar energy.
France operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country also uses feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support solar PV development.
La Redoune adds 12 MW of solar capacity to France's grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and meet national and EU renewable energy targets.