Overview
FPV00411EN Bracknell Forest is a 4.7 MW operational solar PV facility in Bracknell, United Kingdom, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity.
FPV00411EN Bracknell Forest is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Bracknell, United Kingdom. With a capacity of 4.7 MW, it represents a small-to-medium scale solar installation within the UK's renewable energy landscape. The facility operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), supporting the deployment of solar energy. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant contributes to the UK's target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. As a solar farm, FPV00411EN Bracknell Forest provides clean electricity to the grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in Bracknell Forest, a suburban area, demonstrates the integration of renewable energy within local communities, supporting energy security and environmental sustainability.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like FPV00411EN Bracknell Forest have a low environmental impact during operation, producing no direct emissions. However, they require land use and can affect local ecosystems. In the UK, solar farms are often sited on agricultural land, balancing energy generation with food production. The facility's location in Bracknell Forest, a wooded area, may involve considerations for biodiversity and visual impact.
Frequently asked questions
FPV00411EN Bracknell Forest is located in Bracknell, United Kingdom, at coordinates 51.455000, -0.695000.
The facility has a capacity of 4.7 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
It produces solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity, converting sunlight directly into power.
The UK supports solar PV through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme and the Renewables Obligation (RO), which provide financial incentives for renewable energy generation.
By generating clean electricity, the facility helps reduce carbon emissions and supports the UK's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.