Overview
Tagus cluster (bal) is an 11.1 MW solar PV facility in Portugal, operational and contributing to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Tagus cluster (bal) is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Portugal, with a capacity of 11.1 megawatts. The facility is operational and plays a role in Portugal's growing solar energy sector, which benefits from high solar irradiation levels in the region. The plant's technical specifications include a capacity of 11.1 MW, typical for a medium-scale solar installation. Portugal has been actively expanding its solar capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country also offers feed-in tariffs and grid connection support for solar projects. Environmentally, the Tagus cluster (bal) contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV installations have minimal water usage and low operational emissions, though they require land area for panel placement. The facility supports Portugal's energy transition and grid stability through distributed generation.
Environmental context
The Tagus region in Portugal features a Mediterranean climate with abundant sunshine, making it ideal for solar PV generation. Solar farms like this one help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. Land use for solar panels can impact local ecosystems, but careful siting minimizes disruption. The facility supports Portugal's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Frequently asked questions
The Tagus cluster (bal) solar PV plant is located in Portugal, near the Tagus River region, with coordinates approximately 38.729° N, -8.595° W.
The Tagus cluster (bal) solar plant has an installed capacity of 11.1 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The Tagus cluster (bal) uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, which converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor panels.
Portugal aims to achieve 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III. The Tagus cluster (bal) contributes to this goal by generating clean electricity and reducing carbon emissions.
Solar PV plants produce electricity without greenhouse gas emissions during operation, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and have low water consumption. They help mitigate climate change and improve air quality.