Overview
TERMESOL 50 is a 50 MW solar PV plant located in Spain. Operational and contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity.
TERMESOL 50 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Spain, with a capacity of 50 megawatts (MW). This scale places it in the medium-to-large category for solar PV installations in the region. The facility is operational and owned by TERMESOL 50 S.A. The plant operates under Spain's regulatory framework, which aligns with the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented supportive policies such as feed-in tariffs and grid connection mechanisms to promote solar PV deployment. The facility uses standard solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. TERMESOL 50 contributes to Spain's renewable energy goals by generating clean electricity and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The plant's output supports the local grid and helps meet regional renewable portfolio standards. Its location in Spain benefits from high solar irradiance, enhancing energy production efficiency.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in a region with high solar irradiance, typical of Spain's climate, which supports efficient solar energy generation. Solar PV installations like TERMESOL 50 have minimal visual impact compared to other renewable technologies, though land use for panel arrays can affect local ecosystems. The facility's operation avoids greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate change mitigation.
Frequently asked questions
TERMESOL 50 is located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 39.1933° N, -5.5779° W.
TERMESOL 50 has a capacity of 50 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale solar PV plant.
TERMESOL 50 is owned by TERMESOL 50 S.A.
Spain operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country also uses feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support solar PV.
TERMESOL 50 generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and helping Spain meet its renewable energy targets under the EU directive.