UKA Secures Environmental Impact Approval for Agri-PV Projects in Sicily

- UKA Group’s subsidiary, UKA Italia, passed a significant milestone with its projects Pesce and Capezzana in Italy

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Meißen (renewablepress) - UKA Italia has successfully navigated the environmental approval process for two of its Agri-PV projects in Southern Italy. Both Pesce (42.73 MWp) and Capezzana (55.71 MWp) have received the Environmental Impact and Landscape Approval from Italy's Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Culture, paving the way for final stages of project completion.


Key Facts

These projects, located in the municipality of Ramacca, Sicily, are planned to contribute significantly to Italy's renewable energy landscape. The Pesce and Capezzana Agri-PV projects are equipped with advanced solar modules mounted on tracking structures, ensuring optimal energy capture by elevating systems to a minimum height of 2.1 meters. This design is complemented by Sicily’s exceptional solar irradiation, enabling an impressive energy generation exceeding 2,100 kWh/kWp/year. Furthermore, their strategic proximity facilitates streamlined connectivity to the national grid via a shared pathway leading to a newly established TERNA 380/150/36 kV substation. Integral to these projects is a comprehensive cultivation plan, integrating agricultural activities with renewable energy production. “We are committed to sustainable land use and environmental stewardship. My team is thrilled that our projects will contribute significantly to the clean energy supply,” says Álvaro Sierra Torrón, Managing Director at UKA Italia. „With Italy being one of UKA’s focus markets, this success underscores our strong commitment to the country’s renewable energy future – a market in which we intend to further invest and grow.“ adds Maximilian Neef, Head of the International Department at UKA Headquarters in Germany.


Next Steps

With the environmental approvals secured, UKA Italia is progressing towards obtaining the Sole Authorization (Autorizzazione Unica) for both projects and continuing the path to achieve the ready-to-build status. As UKA Group continues to expand its footprint in the global renewables industry, these projects exemplify a harmonious blend of innovation and environmental responsibility.


About UKA Group

As an energy park developer, the UKA Group plans, builds, operates, and sells wind, photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage projects. It contributes to a sustainable power supply in Germany, Europe and America that is independent of fossil fuel imports, ensures lower power prices, and is climate-friendly. UKA is an owner-managed company that has been pursuing a long-term business strategy since its founding in 1999. The company’s employees are committed to delivering the best possible project results that meet the highest economic and quality standards. All projects are systematically advanced, even when external circumstances require an extra measure of patience and perseverance.

The UKA Group is one of the leading project developers for renewable energies in Germany with 1.5 GW of onshore wind projects under construction in its home market. Furthermore, an impressive project pipeline of currently 6.5 GW in the international markets alone underlines its attractive business prospects abroad.


Meißen, 29 August 2025


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