How much solar power does Gothenburg have?

Seasonal solar PV output for Latitude: 57.7065, Longitude: 11.967 (Gothenburg, Sweden), based on our analysis of 8760 hourly intervals of solar and meteorological data (one whole year) retrieved for that set of coordinates/location from NASA POWER (The Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources) API: Average 6.05kWh/day in Summer.

Is solar energy a sustainable technology in Sweden?

The Swedish solar cell market is still limited, with solar energy accounting for around 1 per cent of the total energy generated. In the transition to a sustainable society, wave power may be an important technology in the future, but it is still relatively undeveloped – both in Sweden and abroad.

Does Sweden have an off-grid PV market?

Consequently, the annual centralised PV market in Sweden grew by 82%, whereas the distributed market expanded by 102% compared with 2022, when approximately 37.2 MW of centralised and 759.4 MW of distributed PV was installed. As mentioned in the past section, Sweden has a small but steady off-grid PV market.

Does Gothenburg's climate affect solar energy production?

Despite its potential for solar power generation, Gothenburg's climate presents some challenges that could impact energy production efficiency from photovoltaic panels. Cloudy days can reduce available sunlight, while heavy snowfall may cover panels and obstruct their ability to absorb light effectively.

Where is solar power produced in Sweden?

In Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden (latitude 57.7065 and longitude 11.967), solar power generation varies across the seasons due to its location in the Northern Temperate Zone.

What percentage of Sweden's electricity comes from renewable sources?

In 2022, more than 60 per cent of Sweden's electricity came from renewable sources. The government’s energy policies have also promoted the use of renewable energy. The Electricity Certificate System – a market-based support system for renewable electricity production – is one example.