Overview
Surbourg is a 1.03 MW solar PV facility in France, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III.
Surbourg is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 1.03 MW. This small-scale solar plant is part of France's growing renewable energy infrastructure, supporting the nation's transition to cleaner power sources. The facility is operational and contributes to the local energy grid. France operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV is a key technology in this framework, with feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regimes supporting small to medium-scale installations. Surbourg's capacity of 1.03 MW places it in the small-scale category, typical for decentralized solar projects in the region. Environmental benefits of Surbourg include reduced greenhouse gas emissions and decreased reliance on fossil fuels. Solar PV has minimal operational emissions, though land use and visual impact are considerations. The facility supports France's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050 and contributes to local energy resilience.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Surbourg have low environmental impact during operation, with no direct emissions. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local ecosystems and visual landscapes. In France, solar projects are often integrated into agricultural or industrial areas to minimize land-use conflicts. The facility's small scale reduces potential ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
The Surbourg solar PV facility is located in France, at coordinates 48.9100 N, 7.8361 E.
The Surbourg solar plant has a capacity of 1.03 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic installation.
Surbourg contributes to France's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which targets 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Small-scale solar PV helps decentralize energy production and reduce carbon emissions.
Solar PV in France is supported by the EU Renewable Energy Directive III and national feed-in tariffs. These policies provide incentives for renewable energy generation and grid connection for small to medium-scale projects.
Solar PV facilities produce no direct emissions during operation, reducing greenhouse gases and air pollution. They also decrease reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to climate change mitigation and energy independence.