Overview
Stutensee Solar Power Plant is a 1.2 MW solar PV facility located in Stutensee, Germany. The plant is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
The Stutensee Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Stutensee, Germany. With a capacity of 1.2 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports the local energy grid. The plant is operational and plays a role in Germany's transition to renewable energy. The facility operates under Germany's renewable energy framework, which includes the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG) that provides feed-in tariffs and grid access for solar power. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant's capacity is typical for a community-scale project. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. It also supports Germany's national targets for renewable energy expansion, which aim for a significant share of renewables in the energy mix by 2030.
Environmental context
The Stutensee Solar Power Plant is located in a region with moderate solar irradiance, typical for southern Germany. Solar PV installations like this one have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water use. The land use is limited to the panel area, and the plant helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, supporting local climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
The Stutensee Solar Power Plant is located in Stutensee, Germany, at coordinates 49.076100 N, 8.457800 E.
The Stutensee Solar Power Plant has a capacity of 1.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity.
The plant benefits from Germany's Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG), which provides feed-in tariffs and priority grid access for solar power, ensuring stable revenue and integration.
The plant produces clean electricity with no direct emissions, helping to reduce greenhouse gases. It has a small land footprint and supports Germany's renewable energy targets.