Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant
One of the largest power plants in Spain
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2020, Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant is a solar power plant located in Spain with an installed capacity of 500 MW. It is operated by Iberdrola. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in Spain.
Why It Matters
Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant converts sunlight directly into electricity for Spain, generating power for around 104,286 US-equivalent households per year. Utility-scale solar costs have fallen by roughly 90% since 2010, making projects of this size economically viable in regions that would not have considered them a decade ago.
Environmental Impact
Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant produces no operating-stage emissions and minimal water use, displacing roughly 1.0 million tonnes of CO2 per year. Lifecycle emissions from manufacturing crystalline silicon panels are recovered within 1–3 years of operation, depending on the local grid carbon intensity.
Fun Facts
- One of the 10 largest power plants in Spain.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 104,286 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 6 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant produce?▾
Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant has an installed nameplate capacity of 500 MW. At typical capacity factors for solar plants (~25%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 104,286 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant located?▾
Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant is located in Spain at approximately 38.4500°, -6.6667°.
When was Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant built?▾
Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant was commissioned in 2020.
Who owns Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant?▾
Nunez de Balboa Solar Plant is owned and operated by Iberdrola.
About Solar Power
Solar power plants convert sunlight directly into electricity using photovoltaic panels or concentrate solar energy to produce heat. They are renewable and produce no emissions during operation.
Other Power Plants in Spain
| Name | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Ascó Nuclear Power Plant | Nuclear | 2.0 GW |
| ⚡Almaraz Nuclear Power Plant | Nuclear | 2.0 GW |
| ⚡Maranchón Wind Farm | Wind | 208 MW |
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Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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