Overview
Mahan is a 20 MW operational solar PV facility located near Kerman, Iran. It contributes to Iran's growing renewable energy capacity under national feed-in tariff programs.
Mahan is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located near the city of Kerman in southeastern Iran. With an installed capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), it is a medium-scale solar facility within Iran's renewable energy landscape. The plant is currently operational and feeds electricity into the national grid. The facility operates under Iran's renewable energy regulatory framework, which includes feed-in tariffs (FiTs) guaranteed by the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA). Iran has set targets to increase renewable capacity, and solar PV is a key technology due to high solar irradiance in the region. The 20 MW scale is typical for utility-scale solar projects in Iran, which range from small distributed systems to larger farms. Mahan's location in Kerman Province benefits from abundant sunshine, supporting high capacity factors. The plant helps diversify Iran's energy mix, reduce fossil fuel dependence, and lower carbon emissions. It also supports local grid stability and provides clean electricity to surrounding communities.
Environmental context
The Kerman region features arid desert climate with high solar radiation, making it ideal for solar PV generation. Solar farms like Mahan have minimal water consumption and low operational emissions, but require land use that may impact local desert ecosystems. Proper siting and dust management are important to maintain efficiency and minimize environmental disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
The Mahan solar PV plant is located near the city of Kerman in Kerman Province, southeastern Iran, at coordinates 30.085°N, 57.310°E.
The Mahan solar plant has an installed capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale utility solar facility.
The operator of the Mahan solar plant is not publicly listed, but it operates under Iran's renewable energy framework managed by SATBA.
Iran offers feed-in tariffs (FiTs) for renewable energy projects, guaranteed by SATBA, along with tax exemptions and guaranteed grid access for up to 20 years.
The plant generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. It also uses minimal water compared to thermal plants, supporting water conservation in the arid region.