How many MW of solar power are there in Estonia?

Since 2020 we have completed development and construction of more than 62MW of solar capacity. We have more than 744MW of ongoing projects around Estonia in different municipalities which will be completed by the end of 2024. We are also working to incorporate storage systems to provide electricity when the sun is not shining.

Will Estonia be fully solar powered by 2030?

Estonia has seen a significant increase in its solar power capacity in 2022, becoming one of the leaders in solar power per capita among EU members. With growing investments and innovative startups, it now aims to be fully green-powered by 2030.

How much solar power does Estonia have in 2022?

That makes another record-breaking year for solar on the continent, with a total of 10 GW more capacity added than expected. Regarding solar power per capita, Estonia has emerged as one of the new leaders. The country is ranked 6th among 27 EU members, with 596 Watt per capita in 2022, jumping from 405 in 2021.

How many solar power plants did Eesti Energia build?

Enefit Green, the renewable energy arm of Eesti Energia, built altogether 285 solar power plants for clients of Eesti Energia in Estonia and 100 in Latvia during the year. The biggest of the projects was a solar park of 348 kilowatts and the smallest a generating facility with a capacity of 3.8 kilowatts.

Is Estonia a good place to produce solar energy?

Contrary to the widespread belief, Estonia is an altogether good place to produce solar energy. In summer, the period of daylight starts earlier and ends later in Estonia than in Central Europe. In winter, when the sun is lower here, the amount produced is smaller, but not non-existent.

Does Estonia have a good energy policy?

So far, it has been a key objective of Estonian energy policy. Being a Nordic country with less sunlight than in Western and Southern Europe, Estonia has achieved a solid place at the top with its 1,923 sunny hours in the year.