Overview
Solarpark Elmenhorst is a 25 MW solar PV facility located in Elmenhorst, Germany. The plant is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Solarpark Elmenhorst is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Elmenhorst, Germany. With a capacity of 25 megawatts (MW), it is a medium-scale solar installation that feeds clean electricity into the German grid. The facility is operational and plays a role in Germany'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, and the country has a strong track record in solar energy deployment, with over 60 GW of installed solar capacity nationwide. Solarpark Elmenhorst contributes to local and national renewable energy goals by generating emission-free electricity. Its location in northern Germany benefits from moderate solar irradiance, and the facility helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The plant's output supports grid stability and provides clean energy to the surrounding region.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Solarpark Elmenhorst have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no direct emissions. However, land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems and agriculture. In Germany, solar parks are often built on degraded or agricultural land, and measures such as maintaining biodiversity corridors are implemented. The facility's location in Elmenhorst, a rural area, minimizes visual impact while contributing to renewable energy targets.
Frequently asked questions
Solarpark Elmenhorst is located in Elmenhorst, Germany, at coordinates 53.5403° N, 10.5034° E.
Solarpark Elmenhorst has a capacity of 25 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The operator of Solarpark Elmenhorst is not publicly listed, but the plant is operational and connected to the German grid.
Germany supports solar PV through the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG), which provides feed-in tariffs and grid access, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III targeting 42.5% renewables by 2030.
Solarpark Elmenhorst generates emission-free electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting Germany's climate targets under the Paris Agreement.