Overview
Acushnet- High Hill is a 3.2 MW solar PV facility in Massachusetts, USA, owned by Ahana Renewables LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy goals under the Renewable Portfolio Standard.
Acushnet- High Hill is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Massachusetts, United States. With a capacity of 3.2 megawatts (MW), it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local clean energy generation. The facility is owned by Ahana Renewables LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, benefiting from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Massachusetts' Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a increasing share of renewable electricity. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to the state's distributed generation capacity. Acushnet- High Hill plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying the energy mix in Massachusetts. Its output is fed into the local grid, helping to meet community energy needs and supporting the state's transition to a cleaner energy system.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Acushnet- High Hill have minimal environmental impact during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local habitats. In Massachusetts, solar development is encouraged on previously disturbed lands to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's location in a temperate climate ensures moderate solar irradiance, supporting consistent energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
Acushnet- High Hill is located in Massachusetts, United States, at coordinates 41.714400, -70.997200.
Acushnet- High Hill has a capacity of 3.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The facility is owned by Ahana Renewables LLC, a company involved in renewable energy development.
Solar PV in Massachusetts benefits from the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) and the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provide incentives and mandates for renewable energy generation.
By generating electricity from solar energy, Acushnet- High Hill reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Massachusetts' clean energy goals.