This project is expected to generate a power of 333 MWn, will be installed in the hamlet of Zarcilla, occupying an area of ​​almost 1,713 hectares.
Its construction includes 4 phases, each of 100 MW.
The power plant would provide this service to 166,500 households, preventing 474,935 tonnes of CO2 each year are released.
The Mayor of Lorca, Francisco Jodar has reported on new developments for installation on our municipality of Central Solar Photovoltaic, called "Solar PV Lorca."
The full City Council approved in this regard at its meeting today a joint motion by Councillors of Economy, Finance and Planning by declaring special interest or municipal utility implementing this project in Lorca.
The mayor has said that Lorca Solar PV, under the magnitude of its projection, has been designated as a Strategic Project by the Autonomous Community of the Region of Murcia, as stated in the Law 7/2011 of measures tax and economic development of the Region.
We are talking about a project that will contribute to economic, social and territorial development not only of Lorca, but also in the region as a whole.
The launch facilities here is a commitment to the promotion of industrial sector, particularly energy production, at all levels.
Society Lorca has been working for decades to consolidate its economic diversification.
It is a path that requires the efforts of all and in which every step is very important to get.
We can not put all the weight on one productive sector but to strengthen all have more possibilities of present and future.
Diversification of productive activities resulting in job creation, progress and improvement, and we must continue working.
Francisco Jodar is anticipated that the construction of the Central Photovoltaic is very beneficial from many points of view, in fact solar power is a clean, renewable source and absolutely necessary, given the current state and future prospects of fossil fuels.
Its construction shall entail a major investment in the town, while making an excellent source of job creation and opportunities for businesses throughout our area of ​​influence.
Today solar energy is a reality and has become the most potential supply long-term power resource.
That is why any contribution to the promotion of this type of power generation is essential to ensure a sustainable future.
It should be noted that this project is expected to generate a power of 333 MWn, will be installed in the hamlet of Zarcilla, occupying an area of ​​almost 1,713 hectares.
The planned investment by the development company is 400 million euros.
Its construction includes 4 phases, each of 100 MW.
The power plant would provide this service to 166,500 households, preventing 474,935 tonnes of CO2 each year are released.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca