Overview
SES "Promstroymaterialy" is a 15 MW solar PV facility in Russia, owned by LLC "Solar Systems". It contributes to the country's growing renewable energy capacity.
SES "Promstroymaterialy" is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Russia, with coordinates 46.3924° N, 47.9786° E. The facility has a capacity of 15 megawatts (MW) and is owned by LLC "Solar Systems". It is currently operational, adding to Russia's renewable energy portfolio. The plant uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. In Russia, solar energy development is supported by the government's renewable energy support scheme, which includes capacity-based auctions and long-term power purchase agreements. The 15 MW scale places it as a medium-sized solar installation within the country's context. This facility plays a role in diversifying Russia's energy mix, which is heavily reliant on fossil fuels. By generating clean electricity, it helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports the country's targets for renewable energy deployment. The plant's location in the southern part of Russia benefits from favorable solar irradiation levels.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like SES "Promstroymaterialy" have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water consumption. However, they require land area for panel installation, which can impact local ecosystems. In Russia, solar development often occurs in steppe or agricultural regions, where land-use conflicts may arise. The facility's location in a sunny region maximizes energy generation efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
SES "Promstroymaterialy" is located in Russia at coordinates 46.3924° N, 47.9786° E.
The facility has a capacity of 15 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-sized solar PV plant.
The plant is owned by LLC "Solar Systems", a company involved in solar energy development in Russia.
Russia supports renewable energy through capacity-based auctions and long-term power purchase agreements, which incentivize solar PV development.
Solar PV generates electricity without emissions or water use, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions.