Overview
Polydamada Solar Power Plant is a 10 MW solar PV facility in Greece, operated by Selected Volt. It contributes to Greece's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Polydamada Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Greece, with a capacity of 10 MW. The plant is owned and operated by Selected Volt and is currently operational, adding to the country's growing solar energy portfolio. The facility operates under Greece's national renewable energy framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV plants of this scale are typical for distributed generation in Greece, benefiting from high solar irradiance and supportive feed-in tariffs. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports Greece's energy transition. Its location in central Greece allows integration into the regional grid, helping to meet local electricity demand and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Polydamada have minimal visual and land-use impact compared to other renewable technologies, as they can be installed on low-value land or rooftops. In Greece, high solar irradiance ensures efficient energy generation. The facility's operation avoids emissions associated with fossil fuel power, supporting local air quality and climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
Polydamada Solar Power Plant is located in Greece, at coordinates 39.3473 N, 22.4052 E.
The plant has a capacity of 10 MW, making it a medium-scale solar PV facility.
The plant is owned and operated by Selected Volt.
The plant supports Greece's target under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III to achieve 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, by generating clean electricity from solar power.
Solar PV plants in Greece operate under national feed-in tariffs and the EU Renewable Energy Directive, which mandates renewable energy targets and grid access for clean energy.