The University of Valencia Science Park Foundation has promoted a strategic energy improvement project by installing a photovoltaic solar system for self-consumption without surpluses, with a total power of 116.13 kWp (111 kWn). This infrastructure has been deployed on the roofs of three buildings in the Park and is a key step towards energy efficiency and reduction of environmental impact
The project has been included in the Incentive Programme linked to self-consumption and storage with renewable energy sources, within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, financed by the European Union through the NextGenerationEU funds. The performance has had a grant of 30,443.47 €, for a total investment of 135,420.40 €. The aid has been managed through the Valencian Institute of Business Competitiveness (IVACE), as the entity responsible in the Valencian Community for channelling funds intended to promote self-consumption of energy.
The facility will generate clean energy to cover part of the electricity consumption of the Parc’s facilities, reducing energy dependence on external sources and contributing to global decarbonisation targets. This measure also represents a commitment to economic efficiency, by reducing operating costs in the medium and long term.
Commitment to European funding
The main purpose of this action has been the design, calculation and implementation of an optimized solar installation that takes advantage of the architectural conditions of the buildings of the Science Park. The project has been developed under criteria of efficiency, sustainability and profitability, aligned with the energy transition and sustainability strategies of the Foundation.
This project is part of the set of actions supported by Royal Decree 477/2021, which regulates aid to self-consumption facilities in productive sectors. Thanks to the financial support of the European Union, through the NextGenerationEU funds, the University of Valencia Science Park Foundation (FPCUV) continues to move towards a cleaner, smarter and more resilient energy model.
"This facility not only allows us to move towards energy self-sufficiency, but also reinforces our commitment to sustainability and the responsible use of resources", said Vicent Clemente, responsible for FPCUV’s Operations area.
About the FPCUV
The University of Valencia Science Park Foundation (FPCUV) is the entity responsible for managing and dynamizing the University of Valencia Science Park. Its mission is to promote research, knowledge transfer and innovation by acting as a bridge between universities, companies and research centres. With a firm commitment to excellence, sustainability and social responsibility, the FPCUV promotes strategic projects that contribute to the socio-economic development of the Valencian Community, strengthening a collaborative ecosystem that generates value both socially and economically. For the FPCUV, synergy between science and industry is key to transforming knowledge into innovative solutions that make a difference in society.
Programme of incentives for self-consumption and storage with renewable energy sources
The programme of incentives linked to self-consumption and storage with renewable energy sources, which forms part of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan and is financed by the European Union through the NextGenerationEU funds, aims to promote the energy transition in Spain by promoting installations that generate clean and sustainable energy. This programme financially supports public and private entities to adopt self-consumption solutions, incorporate energy storage systems and reduce their dependence on polluting sources, thus contributing to the decarbonization of the economy, energy efficiency and green job creation.
