Overview
Uzunahmet is a 4.3 MW solar PV facility located in Turkey. It is operational and contributes to the country's growing renewable energy capacity.
Uzunahmet is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Turkey, with a capacity of 4.3 MW. The facility is operational and represents a small-scale solar installation within the country's renewable energy portfolio. The plant operates under Turkey's renewable energy regulatory framework, which includes feed-in tariffs and licensing mechanisms to support solar energy development. Turkey has set targets to increase its renewable energy share, and solar PV plays a key role in this transition. As a solar PV facility, Uzunahmet contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying Turkey's energy mix. The plant's location in the eastern part of the country supports local energy needs and grid stability.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Uzunahmet have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems, and careful siting is needed to avoid sensitive habitats. In Turkey, solar energy development is encouraged to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Frequently asked questions
Uzunahmet is located in Turkey, with coordinates approximately 39.9382 N, 41.3985 E.
Uzunahmet has a capacity of 4.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV facility.
Uzunahmet is a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, which converts sunlight directly into electricity using solar panels.
Turkey supports solar PV through feed-in tariffs, licensing exemptions for small-scale projects, and national renewable energy targets under its Energy Strategy.
Uzunahmet adds 4.3 MW of clean energy capacity, helping Turkey reduce carbon emissions and increase the share of renewables in its electricity generation.