Overview
Florina Solar Power Plant is a 4.3 MW solar PV facility in Florina, Greece, operated by AES Solar Energy Ltd. It contributes to Greece's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
The Florina Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Florina, Greece, with a capacity of 4.3 megawatts. Owned by AES Solar Energy Ltd, the plant is operational and plays a role in the region's renewable energy generation. As a small-to-medium scale solar installation, it aligns with Greece's growing solar energy sector. The plant operates under Greece's national renewable energy framework, which is guided by the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Greece has implemented feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support solar PV development. The 4.3 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, typical for distributed solar projects in the region. Environmentally, the Florina Solar Power Plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying Greece's energy mix. Solar PV installations like this one have minimal operational emissions and support local energy independence. The plant's location in northern Greece benefits from ample solar irradiation, making it a viable renewable energy source for the area.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Florina have low environmental impact during operation, with no air emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local ecosystems. In the Florina region, the plant occupies land that may have previously been agricultural or natural, requiring careful site selection to minimize habitat disruption. The facility supports Greece's transition to renewable energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to climate change mitigation.
Frequently asked questions
The Florina Solar Power Plant is located in Florina, Greece, at coordinates 40.822700 N, 21.517800 E.
The Florina Solar Power Plant has a capacity of 4.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV facility.
The Florina Solar Power Plant is owned by AES Solar Energy Ltd.
Solar PV in Greece is supported by the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies.
Solar PV plants have low operational emissions but require land use that may affect local habitats. They contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and support renewable energy targets.