Spain

Andasol solar power station — 150 MW Solar

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Andasol solar power station is a 150 MW solar power plant located in Spain. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
150 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2009

Year online

Owner
Acciona Energy

Operator

Location
37.22, -3.06

Coordinates

Insights

#142
largest in Spain
#189
largest Solar worldwide
#8,534
largest worldwide
2009
7 yrs older than avg
13
operated by Acciona Energy
32
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Solar
Capacity
150 MW
Commissioned
2009
Status
Operational
Owner
Acciona Energy
Country
Spain
Coordinates
37.223, -3.060
Wikipedia
Link

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
9,678 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
290,338 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
41 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

2,104
cars / year
1,290
homes / year
439,906
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Andasol solar power station is a prominent renewable energy facility located in Spain, ranking as the 142nd largest power generation facility among 981 plants in the country. With a capacity of 149.7 MW, this facility stands out as the 6th largest solar plant in Spain, contributing approximately 0.12% to the national capacity of 122,104 MW. Its state-of-the-art solar technology exemplifies the country’s commitment to harnessing solar energy, which has become increasingly vital given Spain’s geographical advantage for solar generation. The Andasol plant is part of a significant cluster of solar and wind facilities, with its immediate neighbors including the Andasol-3 solar plant, which shares the same capacity of 149.7 MW, highlighting a remarkable synergy in solar energy generation in the region. Additionally, the nearby P.E. DOLAR 1 wind facility (99 MW) and Central Termosolar Andasol 2 (50 MW) further underscore the area’s diverse energy sources. Spain’s energy profile is characterized by a strong reliance on gas, yet the growth of solar power is reshaping the landscape, with Andasol solar power station playing a crucial role in this transition. The facility, having been operational for several years, has demonstrated its capacity to deliver clean energy while reducing carbon emissions. As Spain continues to invest in renewable technologies, the Andasol solar power station is positioned to significantly impact energy sustainability and security in the region. Its operations not only contribute to national energy goals but also serve as a model for future solar developments throughout Europe, setting a precedent for large-scale renewable energy initiatives.

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