Overview
Geisenfeld B is a 6 MW solar PV facility located in Geisenfeld, Germany. The plant is operational and contributes to Germany's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Geisenfeld B is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Geisenfeld, Germany. With a capacity of 6 megawatts (MW), it is a small- to medium-scale solar installation that feeds clean electricity into the German grid. The facility is operational and plays a role in the country's transition to renewable energy. The plant operates under Germany's regulatory framework, which is aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Germany's feed-in tariff system and grid-connection regulations support solar PV development, making projects like Geisenfeld B viable contributors to the national energy mix. Geisenfeld B's environmental significance lies in its displacement of fossil-fuel-based electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Solar PV installations in Bavaria benefit from high solar irradiation levels, and the facility's grid integration supports local energy needs without direct emissions or water consumption.
Environmental context
The Geisenfeld area in Bavaria features a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses. Solar PV installations like Geisenfeld B utilize open space or rooftops, minimizing land-use conflicts. The region's moderate climate supports consistent solar generation, and the plant's operation avoids air pollutants and water usage associated with conventional power plants. Grid integration challenges are managed through Germany's advanced renewable energy infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Geisenfeld B is located in Geisenfeld, Bavaria, Germany, at coordinates 48.708800 N, 11.647900 E.
Geisenfeld B has a capacity of 6 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale solar PV installation.
Geisenfeld B produces solar photovoltaic (PV) energy, converting sunlight directly into electricity.
Geisenfeld B operates under Germany's feed-in tariff system and grid-connection regulations, which support solar PV development. It also aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030.
Geisenfeld B generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, air pollutants, or water consumption, displacing fossil-fuel-based power and contributing to Germany's climate goals.