Overview
Holliday Creek Solar is a 161 kV substation in Iowa, United States, operated by MidAmerican Energy. It supports solar energy integration into the regional grid.
Holliday Creek Solar is a substation located in Iowa, United States, operating at 161 kV. It is owned and operated by MidAmerican Energy, a major utility in the region. The substation plays a key role in connecting solar generation to the transmission grid. Operating at 161 kV, this substation is part of the high-voltage transmission network that ensures reliable power delivery. As a solar farm substation, it steps up voltage from the solar array to transmission levels, facilitating integration into the broader grid. The facility adheres to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission assets. The substation supports renewable energy goals by enabling the flow of solar power to consumers. Its location in rural Iowa contributes to grid stability and helps diversify the energy mix. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Iowa, where agricultural land dominates. Its role in connecting solar generation reduces reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to lower carbon emissions. The 161 kV voltage level indicates a medium-scale transmission asset, balancing local renewable integration with grid stability.
Frequently asked questions
Holliday Creek Solar is located in Iowa, United States, at coordinates 42.569346, -94.093908.
Holliday Creek Solar operates at 161 kV, which is a high-voltage transmission level.
Holliday Creek Solar is operated by MidAmerican Energy, a major utility in the region.
As a transmission asset in the United States, Holliday Creek Solar must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations.
Solar substations step up voltage from solar arrays to transmission levels, enabling integration of renewable energy into the grid.