Overview
Sainte-Hermine is a 1.16 MW operational solar PV facility in France, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Sainte-Hermine is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in France, with an operational status and a capacity of 1.16 MW. This facility is part of France's growing solar energy sector, which supports the European Union's renewable energy targets. The plant operates under France's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. France has implemented feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to encourage solar PV development, and Sainte-Hermine benefits from these mechanisms. As a small-scale solar installation, Sainte-Hermine contributes to local energy generation and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Solar PV has minimal environmental impact compared to conventional power plants, though land use and visual considerations are relevant. The facility supports France's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Sainte-Hermine have a low environmental footprint during operation, producing no direct emissions. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local ecosystems and agricultural land. In France, solar projects are often sited on degraded or non-agricultural land to minimize conflicts. The facility's small scale reduces its visual impact and integration challenges with the grid.
Frequently asked questions
The Sainte-Hermine solar PV plant is located in France, with coordinates 46.5571 N, -1.0723 E.
The Sainte-Hermine solar plant has a capacity of 1.16 MW, making it a small-scale solar PV facility.
Sainte-Hermine uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity.
The EU Renewable Energy Directive III sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, encouraging member states like France to support solar PV through feed-in tariffs and grid access policies.
Small-scale solar PV plants have minimal operational emissions but require land for installation. Proper siting can reduce impacts on local ecosystems and agriculture.