Interactive Map: Ukrainian Territory Suitability for Solar Power Station Placement
Ukraine is working toward a decentralized and climate-resilient energy system as part of its post-war recovery and long-term climate neutrality goals. This interactive map showcases the land suitability across Ukrainian territory for deploying solar power stations.
What is the purpose of mapping?
The map was developed to support the strategic planning and deployment of solar power infrastructure across Ukraine. By identifying zones with the highest natural and technical potential, it enables:
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Efficient investment in decentralised renewable energy systems.
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Selection of optimal land plots for solar PV deployment.
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Strengthening energy security by reducing reliance on vulnerable centralized infrastructure.
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Alignment with Ukraine’s National Renewable Energy Action Plan and climate neutrality target for 2050.
How to use the map?
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Hover over any point on the map to display:
Geographic coordinates
Solar suitability index (from 0 = unsuitable to 1 = highly suitable)
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Use zoom and pan functions to explore specific regions.
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Areas with green shades indicate higher suitability for solar station placement. These zones are recommended for further technical and economic feasibility analysis.
About the data
The solar suitability index is based on the integration of the following datasets:
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Climatic data (GHI, temperature, precipitation, wind)
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Topographic data (elevation, slope)
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Land cover and use
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Security data (armed conflict proximity — separate dynamic layer)
Only areas outside dense forests, wetlands, and large water bodies are considered suitable.
The full methodology and technical details are available in the U_CAN Deliverable D3.2.