Overview
Kushira Solar Power Plant is a 7.8 MW solar PV facility in Japan, operated by K Clean Energy. It contributes to Japan's renewable energy targets under the Feed-in Tariff scheme.
The Kushira Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Japan, with a capacity of 7.8 megawatts. The plant is owned and operated by K Clean Energy, and it is currently operational, supplying clean electricity to the grid. Japan has implemented a Feed-in Tariff (FIT) program to promote renewable energy, which has driven significant solar PV deployment. The Kushira Solar Power Plant operates under this regulatory framework, benefiting from guaranteed grid access and fixed tariffs for solar-generated electricity. The plant's capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for solar PV in Japan. The facility contributes to Japan's goal of increasing renewable energy share in its power mix, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and nuclear power. Solar PV plants like Kushira help diversify energy sources and support local grid stability, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Kushira require land for panel installation, which can impact local ecosystems and land use. However, they produce no emissions during operation and have a low water footprint. In Japan, solar farms are often built on unused or marginal land, minimizing competition with agriculture. The region's climate supports moderate solar irradiance, making solar a viable renewable source.
Frequently asked questions
The Kushira Solar Power Plant is located in Japan, with coordinates approximately 31.3728 N, 130.9583 E.
The Kushira Solar Power Plant has a capacity of 7.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV facility.
The Kushira Solar Power Plant is owned by K Clean Energy, a company involved in renewable energy generation in Japan.
Japan's Feed-in Tariff (FIT) program, introduced in 2012, guarantees fixed payments for solar electricity, driving significant solar PV deployment. The program has been revised over time to manage costs and grid integration.
The plant helps Japan increase its renewable energy share, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and diversify its energy mix away from fossil fuels and nuclear power.