Overview
Vergt is a 1.04 MW solar PV facility located in France. The plant is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Vergt is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in France, with a capacity of 1.04 MW. The plant is operational and represents a small-scale solar installation typical of distributed generation in the region. France's solar PV sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country supports solar development through feed-in tariffs and grid connection frameworks, encouraging small to medium-scale projects like Vergt. This facility contributes to local renewable energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting France's energy transition. Its modest scale allows for integration into the distribution grid without significant land-use or visual impact concerns.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Vergt have minimal environmental impact during operation, with no emissions or water use. The primary considerations are land use and visual impact, which are limited for a 1 MW facility. France's regulatory framework ensures proper siting to avoid sensitive areas, and the plant supports decarbonization goals.
Frequently asked questions
The Vergt solar PV facility is located in France, at coordinates 45.0417 N, 0.7108 E.
The Vergt solar plant has a capacity of 1.04 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic installation.
The Vergt facility uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
France aims to reach 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III. Small-scale solar plants like Vergt contribute to this target by adding distributed generation capacity.
Solar PV in France is supported by feed-in tariffs, grid connection guarantees, and the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates renewable energy targets for member states.