Overview
Quintanilla is a 9.5 MW solar PV facility in Spain, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Quintanilla is an operational solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Spain, with a capacity of 9.5 megawatts. This scale places it within the small-to-medium range for solar installations in the country, supporting local and national renewable energy targets. The facility operates under Spain's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. Spain has implemented supportive policies including feed-in tariffs and grid access mechanisms to encourage solar PV deployment, making it a favorable environment for projects like Quintanilla. As a solar PV plant, Quintanilla generates clean electricity with minimal environmental impact, avoiding greenhouse gas emissions and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The facility contributes to Spain's grid stability and helps meet regional renewable portfolio standards, supporting the country's transition to a sustainable energy system.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Quintanilla have a low environmental footprint, with no emissions during operation. Land use is a consideration, but solar panels can be integrated into agricultural or arid areas. Spain's high solar irradiance makes the technology efficient, and the facility supports biodiversity by avoiding habitat disruption common with fossil fuel extraction.
Frequently asked questions
Quintanilla is located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 37.962°N, -4.481°W, in the southern region of the country.
The Quintanilla solar PV facility has a capacity of 9.5 megawatts, making it a small-to-medium scale solar installation.
Quintanilla uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight directly into electricity.
Spain's solar PV sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, with national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies that encourage renewable energy deployment.
Quintanilla adds 9.5 MW of clean energy capacity, helping Spain meet its 2030 target of 42.5% renewable energy under the EU directive.