Overview
Hinojosa del Valle is a 12 MW operational solar PV facility in Spain. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III framework.
Hinojosa del Valle is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in the province of Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a medium-scale solar installation that supports Spain's transition to renewable energy. The facility is operational and feeds clean electricity into the national grid. The plant operates under Spain's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented supportive policies including feed-in tariffs and grid access provisions to encourage solar PV deployment. The 12 MW capacity places it within the typical range for utility-scale solar projects in the region. Located in the sunny Extremadura region, the plant benefits from high solar irradiance, maximizing energy generation. Solar PV installations like Hinojosa del Valle help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support Spain's goal of carbon neutrality. The facility's output contributes to local energy needs and the broader European renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in a semi-arid agricultural landscape in Extremadura, where solar PV installations can coexist with farming through agrivoltaic practices. The region's high solar irradiance makes it ideal for solar energy, but land-use change and visual impact are considerations. Proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Hinojosa del Valle solar PV plant is located in the province of Badajoz, in the Extremadura region of Spain.
The Hinojosa del Valle solar plant has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar installation.
Hinojosa del Valle uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight directly into electricity.
The plant contributes to Spain's goal of reaching 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, by generating clean solar power.
Solar PV plants produce electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and help mitigate climate change. They also have low water usage compared to conventional power plants.