What are UPAC and REC?
Buzzgo's Renewable Energy Community in Portugal
UPAC stands for Unidade de Pequena Produção (Small Power Production Unit).
It is a small renewable energy system — such as solar panels — *up to 1 megawatt *(MW) in size — that is connected to the public electricity grid in Portugal.
A UPAC can be used in two ways:
Self-consumption: The owner uses the electricity on-site (e.g., a farm powers its equipment).
Selling electricity: Extra power can be sold to the grid or shared with others through a *CER *.
CER stands for Comunidade de Energia Renovável (Renewable Energy Community).
It is a group of local people or organisations — such as residents, farmers, businesses, or a village council — who share clean energy from a nearby renewable source (like a solar farm).
The energy is produced locally (usually within 2 km) and shared fairly among members — without profit. The goal is local, clean, and affordable energy for everyone in the community.
Buzzgo Solutions
Benefits for the Community
Buzzgo’s 1 MW Comunidade de Energia Renovável (CER) model offers a proven, turnkey solution for municipalities, businesses, and residents in central Portugal to access clean, low-cost electricity with zero upfront investment.
By leveraging high-efficiency 730w bifacial panels, white stone ground cover, and optimized agrivoltaic design, the project delivers 1.78 GWh/year of generation — enabling 24% savings versus the grid tariff (€0.1824/kWh incl. IVA vs. €0.24/kWh incl IVA the present grid price).
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Savings
Savings of 20–30% vs. network tariff
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without initial investment
Zero initial cost.
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Clean Energy Generation
CO₂ reduction + energy independence
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Efficient Land Use
Energy inclusion for non-profit organisations, schools, and families.
Buzzgo: Solar Solutions for a Greener Tomorrow
Land Requirements – 1 MW UPAC
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Land: 1 hectare (10,000 m²)
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Roof area: 8,000–10,000 m²
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Legal right of use ≥15 years
Why Choose Buzzgo for Your REC System?
At Buzzgo, we are pioneers in eco-friendly solar solutions. Our expert team works closely with communities to design and implement customised solar systems that align with your unique goals. We handle everything from feasibility studies to installation and maintenance, ensuring seamless integration and long-term success.
