Overview
Alessandria AL47A Solar Power Plant is a 5 MW solar PV facility in Alessandria, Italy, owned by Envalue GmbH. It contributes to Italy's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
The Alessandria AL47A Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Alessandria, Italy. With a capacity of 5 megawatts, it is a small-to-medium scale solar installation that supports the region's renewable energy generation. The plant is owned by Envalue GmbH and is currently operational. Italy has been a significant market for solar PV, driven by national feed-in tariffs and the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable target by 2030. The Alessandria plant operates within this regulatory framework, contributing to Italy's goal of increasing solar capacity. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and the plant's 5 MW capacity can power approximately 1,500 Italian homes annually. The plant's location in Alessandria, in the Piedmont region, benefits from favorable solar irradiation levels. Solar PV installations like this one help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and diversify the energy mix. The facility's grid connection supports local energy needs and aligns with Italy's National Energy and Climate Plan, which aims for 55 GW of solar capacity by 2030.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Alessandria AL47A have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use and visual impact are considerations. The facility is located in an agricultural area, and solar panels can affect local ecosystems if not managed properly. Italy's regulatory framework requires environmental impact assessments for such projects to minimize land-use conflicts and ensure biodiversity protection.
Frequently asked questions
The Alessandria AL47A Solar Power Plant is located in Alessandria, Italy, at coordinates 44.890300, 8.741200.
The Alessandria AL47A Solar Power Plant has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
The Alessandria AL47A Solar Power Plant is owned by Envalue GmbH, a company involved in renewable energy projects.
Solar PV in Italy is supported by the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs and net metering schemes.
The plant adds 5 MW of solar capacity, helping Italy achieve its National Energy and Climate Plan target of 55 GW solar by 2030 and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.