Overview
Caesarea - Best Carton Solar Power Plant is a 1.5 MW solar PV facility in Israel, operated by Energix Renewable Energies Limited. It contributes to the country's growing renewable energy capacity under the national feed-in tariff regime.
The Caesarea - Best Carton Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Caesarea, Israel. With a capacity of 1.5 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports Israel's renewable energy targets. The plant is owned by Energix Renewable Energies Limited, a key player in Israel's renewable energy sector. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. In Israel, solar energy benefits from high solar irradiance and supportive policies, including feed-in tariffs and net metering. The country aims to generate 30% of its electricity from renewables by 2030, with solar playing a central role. This plant contributes to local clean energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. It also supports grid stability by providing distributed generation. The facility's location in Caesarea aligns with regional efforts to integrate renewable energy into the industrial and commercial sectors.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Caesarea - Best Carton have minimal environmental impact during operation, producing no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local ecosystems. In Israel's semi-arid climate, solar installations are often sited on non-agricultural land to minimize conflict. The facility's small footprint reduces visual and habitat disruption, while contributing to the country's climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Caesarea, Israel, at coordinates 32.4723 N, 34.9453 E.
The facility has a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by Energix Renewable Energies Limited, an Israeli renewable energy company.
Israel supports solar energy through feed-in tariffs, net metering, and a national target of 30% renewable electricity by 2030, as outlined in its renewable energy policy.
Solar PV panels convert sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. This technology is widely deployed in Israel due to high solar irradiance.