Overview
Montreuil-Bellay is a 1.32 MW solar PV facility located in France. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Montreuil-Bellay is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in France, with a capacity of 1.32 MW. This facility is operational and adds to France's growing portfolio of solar energy installations, supporting the nation's transition to low-carbon electricity generation. As a solar PV plant, Montreuil-Bellay converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor technology. France has set ambitious renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, aiming for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Small to medium-scale solar projects like this one are key to meeting these goals, often deployed on rooftops or ground-mounted arrays. The facility's environmental significance lies in its contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. Solar PV systems have minimal operational emissions and low water usage, though they require land area and can impact local ecosystems if not sited carefully. Montreuil-Bellay supports grid stability by feeding clean electricity into the French network.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Montreuil-Bellay have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no direct emissions. However, land use for ground-mounted arrays can affect local habitats and agricultural land. In France, solar projects are subject to environmental impact assessments to minimize disruption. The facility's location in the Pays de la Loire region benefits from moderate solar irradiance, typical for northern France.
Frequently asked questions
Montreuil-Bellay is located in France, with coordinates approximately 47.1284 N, -0.1249 E.
The Montreuil-Bellay solar PV plant has a capacity of 1.32 megawatts (MW).
Montreuil-Bellay uses photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity.
Montreuil-Bellay supports France's goal under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III to achieve 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, by adding solar capacity to the national grid.
Solar PV plants produce no direct emissions during operation, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and have low water consumption, contributing to climate change mitigation.