Overview
Makurazaki Airport Solar Power Plant is an 8.3 MW solar PV facility in Japan, operated by K Clean Energy. The plant contributes to Japan's renewable energy targets under the country's feed-in tariff program.
Makurazaki Airport Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Makurazaki, Japan. With a capacity of 8.3 MW, it is a small-to-medium scale solar installation that utilizes airport land for clean energy generation. The plant is owned and operated by K Clean Energy and is currently operational. The facility operates under Japan's feed-in tariff scheme, which has driven significant solar deployment since its introduction in 2012. Japan's renewable energy policy aims to increase the share of renewables in the power mix, with solar PV playing a key role. The plant's capacity is typical for airport-based solar projects, which often repurpose underutilized land. By generating electricity from solar power, the plant reduces reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to local grid stability. Its location at an airport minimizes land-use conflicts, as the area is already developed. The facility supports Japan's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and demonstrates the integration of renewable energy into existing infrastructure.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in Makurazaki, a coastal city in Kagoshima Prefecture, which experiences a subtropical climate with ample sunshine, favorable for solar generation. The use of airport land for solar panels avoids additional land clearing and reduces visual impact compared to ground-mounted installations in natural areas. Solar PV has minimal water consumption and no emissions during operation, supporting local air quality and water conservation.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Makurazaki Airport in Makurazaki, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
The facility has a capacity of 8.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar installation.
The plant is owned and operated by K Clean Energy.
Japan's feed-in tariff (FIT) program, introduced in 2012, has been a key driver for solar PV deployment, guaranteeing fixed prices for renewable electricity.
Using airport land for solar panels avoids additional land use and reduces visual impact, while generating clean energy without emissions or water consumption.