Courgenay is a 15 MW solar power plant in Switzerland, operated since its commissioning. Ranked #1 of 2 solar plants in Switzerland, Courgenay's 15 MW represents 74.26% of the country's total solar capacity of 20 MW. The largest solar plant in Switzerland is Courgenay at 15 MW, making it the only facility of its kind in the country. Nearby plants within 50 km include Kernkraftwerk Mühleberg (390 MW, Nuclear), OTTMARSHEIM (156 MW, Hydro), and Aarberg (155 MW, Hydro). The facility is located in the Jura region of Switzerland, approximately 50 km from the city of Basel.
11 years old
Switzerland, Europe
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Courgenay is a solar power plant producing approximately 24 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
Switzerland- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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