Overview
Palaiochora is a 9 MW solar PV facility in Greece, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Palaiochora is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Greece, with an installed capacity of 9 megawatts (MW). The facility is operational and plays a role in Greece's transition to renewable energy sources, aligning with national targets for solar energy deployment. The plant operates under Greece's regulatory framework, which implements the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) aiming for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV is a key technology in Greece due to high solar irradiance, and the 9 MW scale places it in the small-to-medium range for utility-scale solar installations in the country. The facility contributes to local grid stability and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in the Peloponnese region supports Greece's goal of increasing renewable energy penetration, with environmental benefits including reduced greenhouse gas emissions and minimal water usage compared to conventional power plants.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Palaiochora have low operational emissions but require land use for panel arrays. In Greece, solar farms are often sited on agricultural or marginal land, balancing energy production with landscape preservation. The facility's location in a region with high solar exposure maximizes energy yield while minimizing visual impact through careful site selection.
Frequently asked questions
The Palaiochora solar PV plant is located in Greece, with coordinates approximately 37.9185 N, 21.4260 E, in the Peloponnese region.
The Palaiochora solar plant has an installed capacity of 9 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV facility.
The operator of the Palaiochora solar facility is not publicly listed, but it is operational and contributes to Greece's renewable energy grid.
Solar PV in Greece operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regulations.
Solar PV plants produce zero emissions during operation, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and have low water consumption, contributing to Greece's climate goals.