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Top 10 Solar Power Plants in the World

Solar Power is the future, and the future is Now !

By VelsmiPublished about a year ago 4 min read
Top 10 Solar Power Plants in the World
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The top 10 largest solar power plants in the world are:

1. Bhadla Solar Park, India - 2.25 GW

2. Tengger Desert Solar Park, China - 1.54 GW

3. Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park, India - 1 GW

4. Noor Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - 1.17 GW

5. Datong Solar Power Top Runner Base, China - 1 GW

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6. Villanueva Solar Power Plant, Mexico - 828 MW

7. Pavagada Solar Park, India - 810 MW

8.Cestas Solar Park, France - 300 MW

9.California Flats Solar Project, United States - 280 MW

10.Longyangxia Dam Solar Park, China - 850 MW

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Here are some more details about each of the top 10 solar power plants in the world !

1. Bhadla Solar Park, India - With a capacity of 2.25 GW, Bhadla Solar Park is the largest solar power plant in the world. It is located in the Indian state of Rajasthan and covers an area of 14,000 acres. The plant is operated by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and has been built in four phases.

2. Tengger Desert Solar Park, China - Tengger Desert Solar Park is the second-largest solar power plant in the world, with a capacity of 1.54 GW. It is located in the Tengger Desert, Inner Mongolia, China, and covers an area of 43 square kilometers. The plant was built in two phases and is operated by China National Grid.

3. Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park, India - Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park is located in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh and has a capacity of 1 GW. It covers an area of 6,000 acres and was built by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI).

4. Noor Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Noor Abu Dhabi is the largest solar power plant in the United Arab Emirates, with a capacity of 1.17 GW. It is located in Sweihan, Abu Dhabi, and covers an area of 8 square kilometers. The plant was built by a consortium of companies, including Abu Dhabi Power Corporation, Marubeni, and JinkoSolar.

5. Datong Solar Power Top Runner Base, China - Datong Solar Power Top Runner Base has a capacity of 1 GW and is located in Datong, Shanxi, China. The plant covers an area of 25 square kilometers and was built in two phases by state-owned utility China National Nuclear Corporation.

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6. Villanueva Solar Power Plant, Mexico - Villanueva Solar Power Plant is located in the Mexican state of Coahuila and has a capacity of 828 MW. It covers an area of 2,400 acres and was built by Enel Green Power.

7. Pavagada Solar Park, India - Pavagada Solar Park is located in the Indian state of Karnataka and has a capacity of 810 MW. It covers an area of 13,000 acres and was built by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI).

8. Cestas Solar Park, France - Cestas Solar Park is the largest solar power plant in Europe, with a capacity of 300 MW. It is located in the town of Cestas, near Bordeaux, France, and covers an area of 250 hectares. The plant was built by Neoen and is operated by EDF Energies Nouvelles.

9. California Flats Solar Project, United States - California Flats Solar Project is located in Monterey County, California, and has a capacity of 280 MW. It covers an area of 2,900 acres and was built by First Solar.

10.Longyangxia Dam Solar Park, China - Longyangxia Dam Solar Park has a capacity of 850 MW and is located in the Qinghai province of China. The park is built on a reservoir and covers an area of 27 square kilometers. It was built by Huanghe Hydropower Development and is operated by China Three Gorges Corporation.

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Here are some quotes about solar power plants in the world:

"Solar power is the last energy resource that isn't owned yet - nobody taxes the sun yet." - Bonnie Raitt

"Solar power is the ultimate democratizer. It puts power in the hands of people." - Richard Branson

"The amount of sunlight that strikes the surface of the Earth in just one hour is enough to provide the world's energy needs for an entire year." - National Renewable Energy Laboratory

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"Solar power is a great equalizer. You don't have to be rich or poor to harness the power of the sun." - Edward Mazria

"Solar power is the future, and the future is now." - John Kerry

"Solar power is not just about generating electricity. It's about empowering people and changing lives." - Vandana Shiva

"Solar power will be the cheapest form of energy in many parts of the world in less than a decade." - Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agency

"Solar power is the most democratic source of power we have." - Hal Harvey

"Solar power is no longer just an eco-friendly option. It's now the smart choice for businesses and governments alike." - Ban Ki-moon

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"Solar power is clean, reliable, and infinite. It's the energy source of the future." - Elon Musk

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