Overview
Alpha Value Solar is a 5 MW operational solar PV facility in the United States, contributing to renewable energy generation under the IRA and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards.
Alpha Value Solar is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United States, with coordinates 36.1574, -76.4896. The plant has an operational status and a capacity of 5 MW, positioning it as a small-scale solar installation within the broader U.S. renewable energy landscape. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for solar energy, and various state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that mandate a certain percentage of electricity from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 5 MW, this plant is typical of community or commercial-scale solar projects. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. Its small scale minimizes land-use impact, and solar PV generally has low operational emissions. The facility supports local grid stability and aligns with national goals for increasing renewable energy capacity.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Alpha Value Solar have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no air emissions or water consumption. The primary environmental considerations are land use and visual impact, which are minimal for a 5 MW facility. Solar energy helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to climate change mitigation and improved air quality.
Frequently asked questions
Alpha Value Solar is located in the United States at coordinates 36.1574, -76.4896.
Alpha Value Solar has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Alpha Value Solar is owned by Alpha Value Solar LLC.
Solar PV in the US benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that require utilities to source a percentage of electricity from renewables.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and has minimal water use. It contributes to climate change mitigation and improved air quality.