Overview
Guadarranque is a 12.3 MW solar PV facility in Spain, operational and contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Guadarranque is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Spain, with an operational capacity of 12.3 megawatts. The facility is part of Spain's growing solar energy sector, which benefits from the country's high solar irradiance and supportive regulatory environment. The plant operates under Spain's national renewable energy framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at this scale, Guadarranque contributes to grid stability and decarbonization efforts in the region. As a medium-scale solar installation, Guadarranque helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports Spain's transition to a low-carbon economy. The facility's location in southern Spain benefits from abundant sunshine, maximizing energy generation and providing clean electricity to the local grid.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Guadarranque have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems and visual landscapes. In Spain, solar projects are subject to environmental impact assessments to mitigate such effects, ensuring sustainable deployment.
Frequently asked questions
Guadarranque is a solar PV facility located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 36.195° N, -5.416° W.
The Guadarranque solar plant has a capacity of 12.3 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar installation.
Guadarranque uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
Guadarranque operates under Spain's national renewable energy framework, which implements the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Solar PV plants have low operational emissions but require land use. Environmental impact assessments are conducted to minimize effects on local ecosystems and landscapes.