Two days ago, the start of work on a renewable energy project in the region of Saxony (Germany) was celebrated, which, according to its promoters, will be one of the largest solar power plants on the old continent.

With the construction of this zero-impact project, Europe, among others of a similar scale, will begin to replace fossil fuels such as oil with renewable energy, thus reducing carbon footprints; Greenhouse gas emissions in this region of the world are expected to be zero by 2050.

What will the park look like?

1.1 million photovoltaic or solar panels will be distributed over 500 hectares, working to convert 100% of the sun’s energy into domestic and industrial energy.

130,000 square meters will be planted with all kinds of vegetation between trees and shrubs, with the intention that it will be a project perfectly integrated with sustainable development plans.

In addition to the renewable energy plant, 13 kilometers of green trails will be set up so that residents from nearby towns can engage in activities such as hiking, biking or even horseback riding if they wish.

According to PV Magazine, the project is called “Energiepark Witznitz” Another 10 hectares will be allocated for agricultural activities and the construction of a hydrogen warehouse, Which also serves to generate energy. Also, fast charging stations for electric cars and bicycles will be installed.

What makes it special to the world’s eyes, in addition to its large size, is that it is built on the old open pit where lignite was mined, located a 30-minute drive from the city of Leipzig. Which means that industrial activities that pose a threat to the planet’s health leave others who are more sympathetic to the environment.

Places for the enjoyment of vegetation and citizens will be part of the plant, as its creators say the nature of the region was severely damaged in the years when the lignite mine was operating. Therefore, they want to improve the ecological condition of the area.

The solar park will be commissioned in the second half of 2023 and will generate 650 megawatts, a term used to measure electricity. In other words, it will supply energy to 200,000 families of four, thereby reducing the production of 650 tons of CO2, also known as carbon dioxide.

Although the works started last Wednesday, the newspaper “Süddeutsche Zeitungaún” indicates that there is no official construction permit issued by the German state, so it will be necessary to know what will happen with the giant project.

What is non-renewable energy

It is energy obtained from inexhaustible sources found in nature and which is later used to generate electricity. For example, sunlight is not something that will become extinct in the near future, like wind used to generate wind energy.

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