Overview
Montbron is a 1 MW solar PV facility located in France. Operational and contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Montbron is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 1.00209 MW. This small-scale solar plant is operational and contributes to the local energy grid. France has been expanding its solar capacity as part of its commitment to the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which targets 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees. Solar PV is a key technology in France's energy mix, with installations ranging from small rooftop systems to large solar farms. Montbron's capacity places it in the small-scale category, typical for community or commercial solar projects. Environmentally, solar PV has a low operational carbon footprint and minimal land-use impact when installed on existing structures. The facility supports France's goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing energy independence. Its location in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region benefits from favorable solar irradiation levels.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Montbron contribute to reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions. In France, solar energy is supported by policies that encourage distributed generation. The facility's small scale minimizes visual and land-use impacts, and it operates without water consumption or air emissions during electricity generation.
Frequently asked questions
Montbron is a solar PV facility located in France, with coordinates 45.6673 N, 0.5040 E.
The Montbron solar plant has a capacity of 1.00209 MW, making it a small-scale solar installation.
Montbron uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
France supports solar energy through feed-in tariffs, grid connection guarantees, and national targets aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, aiming for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Solar PV facilities like Montbron generate electricity without direct carbon emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to France's climate goals.