Overview
Beerfelden Solar Power Plant is a 1.4 MW solar PV facility located in Beerfelden, Germany. It is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
The Beerfelden Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Beerfelden, Germany. With a capacity of 1.4 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports Germany's transition to renewable energy. The plant is operational and feeds clean electricity into the local grid. Germany operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country also has national feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regimes that support small-scale solar projects like Beerfelden. Solar PV is a key technology in Germany's energy mix, with many installations ranging from rooftop systems to utility-scale plants. The plant's environmental significance lies in its contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. Solar PV has minimal land-use impact compared to other energy sources, and the facility helps meet local renewable energy goals. Its operation aligns with Germany's commitment to phasing out coal and expanding clean energy.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Beerfelden have a low environmental footprint, with no emissions during operation. The main considerations are land use and visual impact, but small-scale plants often integrate into existing landscapes. In Germany, solar energy supports biodiversity by avoiding habitat disruption compared to conventional power plants.
Frequently asked questions
Beerfelden Solar Power Plant is located in Beerfelden, Germany, at coordinates 49.56° N, 8.9561° E.
The plant has a capacity of 1.4 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
It uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
Germany supports solar energy through feed-in tariffs, grid connection guarantees, and the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which targets 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Solar PV plants have low environmental impact, with no emissions during operation. They require land but can be integrated into agricultural or urban areas, supporting biodiversity.