Overview
Livron-sur-Drôme is a 1.31 MW solar PV facility in France. The plant contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Livron-sur-Drôme is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Livron-sur-Drôme, France. With a capacity of 1.31 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports France's transition to renewable energy. The plant is operational and contributes to the local energy grid. France's solar PV sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country has implemented feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regimes to support solar development. Small-scale solar plants like Livron-sur-Drôme are common in France, often installed on rooftops or small plots of land. The facility's environmental significance lies in its contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV has minimal operational emissions, though land use and visual impact are considerations. The plant's location in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region benefits from good solar irradiance, supporting its generation capacity.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Livron-sur-Drôme have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no direct emissions. However, land use and visual impact are relevant factors. In France, solar farms are often sited on previously developed land or agricultural areas to minimize ecological disruption. The plant's small scale reduces its overall land footprint.
Frequently asked questions
The Livron-sur-Drôme solar PV plant is located in Livron-sur-Drôme, France.
The Livron-sur-Drôme solar facility has a capacity of 1.31 MW.
Livron-sur-Drôme uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
The EU Renewable Energy Directive III sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, driving support for solar PV through feed-in tariffs and grid access policies in France.
Small-scale solar PV plants have minimal operational emissions and low water use. Their main environmental considerations are land use and visual impact, which are typically limited due to their size.