Solar power plant system in Barcelona ​​Spain

Does Barcelona have solar energy?

Spain’s solar energy plants are located in the southwest of the country, but Barcelona can produce their own energy from here in the northeast. The city is committed to developing new, eco-friendly sources of energy at home and has pushed forward with their green energy plan.

Can solar energy be used in a new building in Barcelona?

Legally speaking, building owners must install systems for collecting solar energy to produce clean water and electricity in new or renovated buildings whose uses, residential or commercial, have undergone major changes. Barcelona has the opportunity to turn homes into small clean-energy generation plants to offset the energy consumed daily.

Why is solar energy important in Spain?

Spain has a privileged position in terms of solar energy generation, as it is one of the European countries with the greatest potential for harnessing it. For this reason, at Iberdrola España, we prioritise the promotion of solar energy through our solar power plants, distributed throughout the country.

How much solar energy does Spain use?

In 2018, the country installed 7,011 megawatts of solar energy overall, with 4,707 megawatts of solar PV installations and 2,300 MW of CSP. According to a 2016 study conducted by energy consumption experts Mirubee, by installing solar panels for residential purposes consumers in Spain can save approximately 24% on their monthly electricity bills.