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How many solar power plants did Czechia build in 2023?

Czechia built around 1 GW of new PV plants in 2023, according to data from the Czech Solar Association (Solární Asociace). In total, 82,799 solar power plants were connected to the grid, with a combined total output of 970 MW. The nation achieved a record-breaking year with 145% growth, connecting 49,000 more power plants than it did in 2022.

How many solar power plants are in Czechia?

A total of 82,799 solar power plants were connected to the grid in Czechia last year. Image: CEZ Group Czechia recorded a significant increase in installed solar capacity last year, with about 970MWp of capacity added to the grid. However, the growth was mainly driven by household rooftop solar, according to the Czech Solar Association.

How much photovoltaic capacity does the Czech Republic have?

The Czech Republic had almost two gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic capacity at the end of 2010, but installed less than 10 megawatts (MW) in 2011 due to the feed-in tariff being reduced by 25%, after installing almost 1,500 MW the year before. Installations increased to 109 MW in 2012.

Does Czechia have a solar boom?

Finally, Czechia is also experiencing a second solar boom, with the total added PV capacity in 2023 surpassing 1 GW, marking Czechia's return to the GW-market stage after 13 years. The country, having experienced a solar boom in the past, was one of the first significant PV markets in Europe.

Does Czechia need more energy storage capacity in 2023?

Czechia registered strong PV capacity growth in 2023, driven by a surge in residential installations. The nation’s PV association says it expects a shift toward larger power plants in the coming year, but notes the need for more energy storage capacity.

Why is the solar market growing in Czechia?

The figures mark a period of rapid growth in Czechia’s solar market. The growth has been largely driven by residential PV, with most of the new installations (80,069) being domestic PV plants, supported by the country investing an additional CZK 55 billion ($2.5 billion) in its New Green Savings program back in March 2023.