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Portugal Opens 11-MW Solar Power Plant

source: DailyTech | Apr 03, 07 | submitted by Pat Coate

Serpa, Portugal - Portugal is doing its part to invest in renewable energy with the dedication of a new 11-megawatt (MW) solar plant.

The plant, which is located in Serpa, is one of the largest solar arrays in the world and can supply enough electricity for 8,000 households.


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"The Serpa solar power plant speaks to the green power initiatives now setting Europe on a course toward ambitious emissions reductions goals."
- Tom Dinwoodie, PowerLight CEO

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