Overview
Pozal de Gallinas is a 4.5 MW solar PV facility in Spain. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Pozal de Gallinas is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Spain, with an operational capacity of 4.5 megawatts. The facility is part of Spain's growing solar energy sector, which benefits from the country's high solar irradiance and supportive regulatory framework. The plant operates under Spain's national renewable energy policies, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to the grid with clean energy. As a small-to-medium scale solar installation, Pozal de Gallinas helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports Spain's energy transition. Its location in the Castile and León region benefits from ample sunlight, and the facility plays a role in local energy supply and sustainability goals.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Pozal de Gallinas have low environmental impact during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar farms can affect local ecosystems. In Spain, solar projects are subject to environmental impact assessments to minimize effects on biodiversity and land use. The facility's location in a semi-arid region may reduce conflicts with agriculture.
Frequently asked questions
Pozal de Gallinas is located in Spain, with coordinates 41.3286° N, -4.8212° W, in the Castile and León region.
The facility has a capacity of 4.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
It uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
The plant operates under Spain's national policies aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which aims for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Solar PV plants have low operational emissions but require land. In Spain, environmental assessments ensure minimal impact on local ecosystems.