Overview
ATOOD Solar III LLC is a 2 MW operational solar PV facility located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States. It contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity under the owner ATOOD Solar III LLC.
ATOOD Solar III LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States. With a capacity of 2 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that feeds clean energy into the local grid. The facility is operational and owned by ATOOD Solar III LLC. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). South Carolina has a voluntary RPS goal of 2% renewables by 2021, though the state has seen growth in solar due to federal incentives and declining costs. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility uses fixed or tracking panels to maximize generation. As a small solar installation, ATOOD Solar III LLC contributes to diversifying the energy mix in Spartanburg County. Solar power reduces reliance on fossil fuels and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. The facility's location in the southeastern US benefits from high solar insolation, supporting consistent energy production. It plays a role in the local community by providing clean electricity and supporting grid stability.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, a region with a humid subtropical climate and ample sunlight for solar generation. Solar PV installations like this one have minimal environmental impact during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar farms can affect local habitats; this small-scale facility likely occupies a relatively small area, reducing ecological disruption. The clean energy produced helps offset fossil fuel generation, contributing to improved air quality and reduced carbon footprint in the region.
Frequently asked questions
ATOOD Solar III LLC is located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States, at coordinates 34.9965, -82.0421.
ATOOD Solar III LLC has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
ATOOD Solar III LLC is owned by ATOOD Solar III LLC, the same entity as the facility name.
Solar facilities in the US benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). South Carolina has a voluntary RPS goal, and federal tax credits support solar development.
Solar PV facilities generate electricity without greenhouse gas emissions or water consumption, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and improving local air quality.