Our subsidy-free solar success
BayWa r.e. is a leader in subsidy-free solar projects. We developed the first subsidy-free utility-scale solar project in Europe - the 175 MWp installed capacity Don Rodrigo plant in Spain.
We also pioneered subsidy-free solar in Poland. The Witnica solar park has a capacity of 64,6 MWp and achieved grid parity two years ahead of predictions by a 2016 Becquerel Institute study.
Image gallery of our ground-mounted PV projects
The perfect balance of system integration
System integration plays a key role in planning and developing solar plants. We work with reliable manufacturers who are experts in the photovoltaic sector. The standards set by our engineers guarantee the perfect integration of modules, inverters, cabling and substructures into the entire system.
Superior quality and increase in production thanks to certified processes
In 2016, BayWa r.e. was the first solar power company to receive a VDE compliance certificate for the installation of standardized photovoltaic plants. In 2019, TÜV Süd recognized our parent company for its pioneering efforts in quality and environmental management by awarding it ISO certification.
We’re experts in applying world-class standards and certified processes and have in-depth local knowledge of the Polish market. With all our projects, we aim to make the best use of land through area-specific system engineering and the implementation of innovative technologies. This is vital to ensure an increase in production over the long-term.
Lease your land
Every project is unique. We take care to structure each one according to your individual requirements.
Do you have suitable land? We are interested in:
- All land with a minimum size of around 10 hectares or more
- Land with high sunlight penetration (minimum shadows)
- Cropland in areas with poor soil
- Artificial bodies of water with a minimum size of 10 hectares
- Former industrial sites
We offer a rental income for the next 30 years!
Unique characteristics of ground-mounted PV systems from BayWa r.e.
Mature technology and high-quality components allow for the lowest OPEX and long-term cash flow. All components integrate to perfection for the best possible yield.
We are committed to increasing biodiversity in our ground-mounted PV plants and their surrounding areas, protecting and creating habitats for insects, birds and animals.
Community matters: we value local participation and engagement. Local communities are paramount to every single of our solar project around the world.
As a market leader in subsidy-free solar projects, BayWa r.e. is the most reliable partner to develop, build and operate large-scale solar parks.
How PV farms support biodiversity?
Photovoltaic farms, often located in agricultural landscapes, can have a very positive impact on biodiversity. A study conducted by the German Association of Energy Market Innovators (bne) in 2024 found the presence of over 550 species in 25 photovoltaic parks in Germany and Denmark. The findings were supplemented with analyses and evaluations from other solar farms, resulting in a dataset encompassing around 30 solar farms. The results were published in a comprehensive report.
Among the identified animals were grasshoppers, butterflies, reptiles, birds, and bats. Although common species dominated the study, their presence on PV farms is valuable due to the declining biodiversity in the surrounding areas.
As demonstrated by the findings and analyses, solar farms provide structural diversity, which is missing from today's agricultural landscape, thereby promoting biodiversity.
Well-managed PV farms can significantly contribute to the increase in pollinator populations, which are crucial for food production. Moreover, the absence of fertilizers and pesticides in these areas supports the development of diverse species.