Overview
Ferrara Focomorto II is a 12 MW solar PV plant located near Ferrara, Italy. It contributes to Italy's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Ferrara Focomorto II is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located near Ferrara, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a medium-scale solar installation that supports Italy's transition to renewable energy. The plant is operational and feeds electricity into the national grid. The facility operates under Italy's regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Italy supports solar PV through feed-in tariffs and grid-connection regimes, making projects like Ferrara Focomorto II viable. The plant uses standard solar PV technology, converting sunlight directly into electricity. Ferrara Focomorto II contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying Italy's energy mix. Its location in the Po Valley, a region with significant agricultural and industrial activity, helps offset local energy demand. The plant also supports grid stability by providing distributed renewable generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The Ferrara area in the Po Valley has a temperate climate with moderate solar irradiance, suitable for solar PV generation. The plant's land use is typical for ground-mounted solar arrays, which can impact local ecosystems but are often sited on previously developed or agricultural land. Solar PV has minimal operational emissions and no water consumption, making it a low-impact renewable source. Grid integration challenges are managed through Italy's advanced grid infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Ferrara Focomorto II is located near Ferrara in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy.
Ferrara Focomorto II has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV installation.
The plant uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
The plant contributes to Italy's goal under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III to reach 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, supported by national feed-in tariffs and grid-connection policies.
Solar PV plants have low operational emissions and no water consumption, but land use can affect local habitats. They provide clean energy and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.