Top 5 Largest Solar Power Plants

Located in Kuwait, the Damitan Solar Park is the largest solar power plant in the world, covering an area of over 220 square kilometers (85 sq mi). This massive solar farm was commissioned in January 2022 and generates enough electricity to power around 160,000 homes. The park's innovative design features a grid-scale solar panel array with a total capacity of 1.3 gigawatts. Built on a former oil field, the Damitan Solar Park showcases Kuwait's commitment to renewable energy.

Situated in India, the Pavagada Solar Park is the second-largest solar power plant globally and spans over 13,000 acres (5,275 hectares). Completed in 2017, this massive project provides enough electricity to power over 1 million homes. The park's impressive 2,100 megawatt capacity makes it a significant contributor to India's renewable energy mix. Built on a former limestone quarry site, the Pavagada Solar Park is an exemplary model of sustainable development.

Located in the United States, the Alamosa Solar Array is one of the largest solar power plants in North America, covering over 18 square kilometers (6.9 sq mi). Commissioned in 2012, this solar farm generates enough electricity to power around 25,000 homes. The array features a total capacity of 272 megawatts and showcases Colorado's growing commitment to renewable energy. Built on a former ranch site, the Alamosa Solar Array serves as an example of innovative land use.

Situated in California, USA, the Topaz Solar Farm is one of the largest solar power plants in the world, spanning over 12 square kilometers (4.6 sq mi). Completed in 2015, this massive project provides enough electricity to power around 140,000 homes. The farm's impressive 550 megawatt capacity makes it a significant contributor to California's renewable energy mix. Built on a former agricultural site, the Topaz Solar Farm serves as an example of sustainable development and land regeneration.

Located in Morocco, the Noor-Ouarzazate Solar Complex is one of the largest solar power plants in Africa and the Mediterranean region. Covering over 3 square kilometers (1.1 sq mi), this massive project was commissioned in 2014. The complex features a total capacity of 510 megawatts and generates enough electricity to power around 400,000 homes. Built on a former agricultural site, the Noor-Ouarzazate Solar Complex showcases Morocco's growing commitment to renewable energy and its potential for economic growth and job creation.