Overview
Roquefort is a 2.66 MW operational solar PV facility in France, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III.
Roquefort is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in France, with an operational capacity of 2.66 MW. The facility is part of France's growing solar energy sector, which benefits from national feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regimes aligned with EU renewable energy targets. The plant operates under France's regulatory framework, which supports solar PV through long-term contracts and incentives. With a capacity of 2.66 MW, Roquefort is a small-to-medium scale solar installation, typical of distributed solar projects that contribute to local energy needs and grid stability. Environmentally, the Roquefort solar PV plant helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar farms in France are often sited on agricultural or brownfield land, minimizing land-use conflicts. The facility supports France's goal of reaching 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under EU directives.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Roquefort have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water use. Land-use impacts are generally minimal, as panels are often mounted on existing structures or low-value land. In France, solar farms are subject to environmental assessments to protect local biodiversity and agricultural land.
Frequently asked questions
The Roquefort solar PV plant is located in France, at coordinates 44.176300 N, 0.556400 E.
The Roquefort solar PV plant has an installed capacity of 2.66 megawatts (MW).
Roquefort uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity.
The EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, driving support for solar PV through feed-in tariffs and grid access policies in France.
Solar PV plants have low operational emissions and water use. Land-use impacts are minimized through siting on non-sensitive land, and environmental assessments ensure protection of local ecosystems.