The 72.5 MW Stelpe solar farm II, developed in Latvia by Ignitis Renewables, an international green energy company, has reached the commercial operation date. The project is located in the southern part of Latvia, Bauska municipality.
The solar farm, which covers 85 ha., is equipped with 121 000 solar panels. The investments in the project, including the acquisition and construction costs, should amount to approximately €54 million.
Stelpe solar farm II is a part of the Stelpe solar project, which consists of two sites, each with a capacity of 72.5 MW. The project has a combined installed capacity of 145 MW and will cover the electricity demand of around 70 000 households.
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