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Meuro Solar Power Plant166 MW Solar

SolarRenewable

The Meuro Solar Power Plant stands out as the premier solar facility in Germany, ranking first among 743 solar plants and 162nd overall out of 1,483 energy generation facilities in the country. With a capacity of 166 MW, it contributes a modest 0.11% to Germany's total energy capacity of 151,891 MW, where coal remains the dominant fuel source. Located within proximity to several other significant plants, including the Schwarze Pumpe power station, which has a massive capacity of 1500 MW, Meuro's solar generation capabilities are complemented by nearby facilities such as GuD Schwarzheide (122 MW gas), Windpark Klettwitz (89.1 MW wind), and other solar plants like Senftenberg II/III and Solar Schipkau II GmbH & Co. KG, generating 82 MW and 81 MW, respectively. This positioning within a diverse energy ecosystem accentuates the importance of solar energy as a growing contributor to the national grid. The Meuro plant employs advanced photovoltaic technology to convert sunlight directly into electricity, reflecting Germany's ongoing commitment to renewable energy solutions. As the country transitions towards more sustainable energy practices, Meuro Solar Power Plant's leadership in the solar sector showcases the potential for further growth in renewable energy contributions, positioning itself as a significant player in the future of Germany's energy landscape.

Capacity
166 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Meuro Solar GmbH
Location
51.5446°, 13.9795°

Germany, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 161. largest of 1,483 plants in Germany
  • #8,046 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #157 of 11,039 Solar plants worldwide
  • 0.11% of the installed capacity of Germany
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Solar fleet average: 10.4 years

Operator portfolio

Meuro Solar GmbH operates 1 plants totalling 166 MW

Regional density

180 plants within 100 km, 14,968 MW combined

Nearest plant: Senftenberg Solar Power Plant (1.7 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 51.544600, 13.979500
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Meuro Solar Power Plant is a solar power plant producing approximately 262 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~41 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Solar
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
Germany
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

GermanyEnergy Profile

1,483
Total Plants
151.8 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasNuclearHydro
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