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What is Lisboa Cidade solar®?

An ambitious solar strategy Lisboa Cidade Solar® (Lisbon Solar City) is Lisbon’s solar strategy and an integral part of the Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan (SECAP), approved by the municipality in the framework of the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy. Based on this strategy, they city set some ambitious goals:

How much solar energy does Portugal produce?

In a bold announcement, Portugal recently surpassed its entire solar output from 2023 by September 2024, celebrating a record year for solar energy production. According to REN (Rede de Energia Nacional), the country generated more than 3.99 TWh of solar energy in just the first nine months, exceeding last year's total of 3.6 TWh.

Why does Portugal use photovoltaic energy?

This not only reduces reliance on the grid but also significantly cuts down electricity bills. Portugal's commitment, as underscored by Decree-Law No. 162/2019, facilitates the adoption of PV technology, allowing residents and businesses alike to tap into the sun's inexhaustible energy. Why Photovoltaic Energy?

Why should you invest in a solar plant in Portugal?

At the same time, this state-of-the-art PV plant will prevent the annual emissions of 34,749 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere. This is one of the largest solar installations built in Portugal that will support the bold decarbonization goals of the country.

How much solar power will Portugal have by 2030?

Portugal has set a goal of between 8.1 GW and 9.9 GW in installed capacity by 2030. The Serpa solar power plant is an 11 megawatt plant covered 150 acres (0.61 km 2) and employs 52,000 PV panels. The panels are raised 2 meters off the ground thus allowing grazing to continue.

Will there be a solar auction in Portugal?

Solar power interest is growing exponentially in Portugal. João Galamba, the State Secretary for Energy, announced that more solar auctions would take place, including one in the second quarter of 2020 as well as that there were over 80,000 MW (80 GW) in projects awaiting analysis and approval.