Solar

The sun is the primary source of life on Earth. Every day, from a distance of 150 million kilometres, our planet receives more than 1,300 watts of energy per square metre—an extraordinary amount just waiting to be harnessed.

RWE is committed to maximising this immense potential by developing, constructing, and managing large-scale solar projects. With an ambitious development pipeline through to 2030, the company aims to make a significant contribution to the energy transition.

In Italy, RWE currently operates the Bosco solar plant in Sicily, with a capacity of 8.3 MWac— just one example of our commitment to a sustainable future.

Power plants portfolio

A map of Italy showing wind farms and an office location, with numbers indicating wind farm capacity and year of operation.

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The development stages of a solar project

RWE possesses the expertise and resources necessary to manage every phase of the solar farm lifecycle—from design and construction to operation and maintenance.

Our teams actively collaborate with local stakeholders, integrating their experience and knowledge of the territory to develop shared and efficient projects that generate value for both local communities and the energy system as a whole.

Unlike other renewable energy sources, the construction of a solar farm requires relatively short timeframes. However, this does not limit its longevity—once completed, a solar farm can operate for decades, making a significant contribution to a sustainable energy system.

After finalising preliminary agreements and completing the planning phase, construction begins. The installation of solar panels, the core component of the plant, is a crucial step in ensuring the efficiency and production capacity of the entire facility.