Jericho is a 7.6 MW solar power plant in Palestine, operational since its commissioning. Ranked #1 of 1 solar plants in Palestine, it comprises 100% of the country's total solar capacity of 8 MW. The largest solar plant in Palestine is Jericho at 8 MW, making it the only facility of its kind. The nearest plant is Atarot (70 MW, Gas), located within 50 km. The facility is situated in the Jericho Governorate, approximately 30 km northeast of Jerusalem.
11 years old
Palestine, Asia
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Jericho is a solar power plant producing approximately 12 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
Palestine- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
An Overview of Solar Power Generation as a Sustainable Energy Source
Solar power generation harnesses the sun's energy using photovoltaic (PV) cells or solar thermal systems to produce electricity. The basic principle of solar power generation involves converting sunlight into usable energy. When sunlight hits a PV cell, it excites electrons in the semiconductor material, generating an electric current. This process is known as the photovoltaic effect. Solar thermal systems, on the other hand, use sunlight to heat a fluid that, in turn, produces steam to drive a turbine and generate electricity. Both methods provide a clean and renewable energy source that is gaining significant traction worldwide.
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