Mozaceni Solar PV project is being developed by European Energy. The project is located in Arges county, a region with optimal solar resource on the south side of Romania. When looking at electricity generation on an annual or even monthly basis, solar power is considered to be a reliable and predictable source for the country.
This project is in an early construction phase, with the planned installed capacity of 21,54MWp, improvement of access roads and a medium voltage underground cable connecting the PV project with the Distribution System Operator’s existing substation. The total project’s area is 24,06 hectares, with a substantial portion allocated to solar PV panel installation. Some space will be designated for service access and to maintain a safe distance from the outer perimeter fence.
Ultimately, this project will provide a reliable and sustainable source of renewable energy, playing an important role in the gradual decarbonization of industry. By reducing greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 11,300 tons of CO₂ annually, the project supports the country’s commitment to a cleaner environment. It will also enhance the security and stability of Romania’s energy supply by diversifying energy sources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Technical Details
Technology: Fixed-tilt solar PV structures
Panel size/height: 2.7 square meters with dimensions 2382x1134mm
Estimated production: ~ 31 GWh/y (sufficient to power up to 13,000 Romanian homes with clean energy)
Capacity: 21,54 MWp
Development Approach
European Energy has over 20 years of extensive experience in developing, constructing, and operating renewable energy projects. The project is being developed with openness and understanding of local needs to best suit the area.
Construction
The construction timeline of a solar PV park depends on several factors. For the specific project the estimated timeline is 7 months. The construction works are planned from October 2025 till April 2026. Local residents will be informed and kept up to date on construction activities of the solar park and any expected impacts by the team.
Project Impact
When a solar PV park is designed, all parameters are taken into account to minimize the project’s impact on the nearby community and the local environment. Additionally, the project can generate additional income for the local municipality and/or county through taxes. The project may also create opportunities for local manpower during the construction phase, and enhance the area’s attractiveness to potential investors, promoting further economic growth and sustainability.
Local Engagement
European Energy believes that involvement with local communities is essential in all stages of the project. Therefore, our project team cooperate with municipalities, local authorities and key responsible people since the beginning.
Environment & Biodiversity
European Energy operates in accordance with local and EU environmental legislation and requirements as well as conducts an environmental screening during the early planning stages of the projects. All necessary environmental, social, and cultural heritage considerations are addressed, and necessary approvals are secured. Environmental, waste, and health & safety management practices will be implemented prior to construction to a level that goes beyond minimal legal requirements throughout both construction and operation phases.
Solar panels transform sunlight into electricity using silicon cells. When sunlight hits these cells, the electrons in the cells vibrate and this creates a DC (Direct Current) electric current. AC is more efficient for sending power over long distances and can easily be adjusted using transformers, reducing energy loss. The solar inverter then does its job, turning this DC electricity into electricity that can be used right away, stored in batteries, or sent back to the grid. It is a process that helps us tap into the sun’s power for a cleaner and more sustainable energy source.
Construction will take 7 months, and we will keep local stakeholders informed of progress.
The potential noise from the solar park can come from the construction phase, the decommissioning phase, and from the technical installations such as transformers. We would expect that noise impact will be minimal and kept within the normal site working hours during the construction and decommissioning period.
An operational solar park consists of various components that all have different noise characteristics. To minimise or avoid the potential disturbance from the noise made by the technical installations, they are placed with careful consideration for the neighbours. Where necessary, alternative technical solutions will be implemented to mitigate noise.
Solar cells are not dangerous to humans and animals. As part of our efforts to explore opportunities for the multi-use of land associated with our solar parks, we even have sheep that live at some of our solar parks in different countries, where they can, among other things, seek shelter from the rain under the solar panels.
European Energy have performed several detailed studies on the actual components and materials used on manufacturing the solar panels, and there is no indication that PFAS or other chemical substances of this type are present in the panel.
Climate change is one of the main drivers of the loss of biodiversity. Thus, it is crucial to build renewable energy projects to reduce CO2 emissions and thereby minimize the impact on biodiversity. Locally, biodiversity can be improved through detailed planning, eliminating the use of pesticides and fertilisers, and implementing initiatives that support biodiversity. The potential for positive effects will be highest in areas with degraded biodiversity.
At European Energy, we prioritise initiatives that improve local biodiversity and overall nature values on and around our project sites. Wherever our solar parks replace conventional farming, they eliminate the use of fertilisers and pesticides, thereby having a positive effect on biodiversity, as well as the ground water, streams, and lakes in the area.
Solar PV parks require a small team for preventive and corrective maintenance and to ensure everything is functioning properly.
The best way to get in touch with us is through the project’s email address ro1027-mozaceni@europeanenergy.com
If you would like to inquire about the project, you are welcome to reach out to us with any questions or thoughts you may have—whether it is about specific areas of interest, updates on our progress, key milestones, or the overall timeline. We are here to provide insights and keep you informed on every step of the project.
We are also open to receiving grievances on anything that negatively affects people or the environment. It could be unfair or unsafe working conditions, impacts on communities or consumers, or pollution and environmental degradation.
We encourage you to speak up about any harm caused by us or our business partners, whether it is affecting workers, communities, or the environment.
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