Overview
Bellevue Solar Project is a 1.6 MW operational solar PV facility in Oregon, USA, owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings. It contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Bellevue Solar Project is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Oregon, United States. With a capacity of 1.6 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local renewable energy generation. The facility is owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings and is currently operational. The project operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Oregon's RPS requires 50% of electricity from renewable sources by 2040, driving demand for solar projects like Bellevue. The facility uses standard solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. Bellevue Solar Project contributes to the local grid by providing clean energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its small scale minimizes land-use impact while supporting community renewable energy goals. The project aligns with broader efforts to expand solar capacity in the Pacific Northwest.
Environmental context
Solar PV projects like Bellevue Solar Project have minimal environmental impact compared to fossil fuels. They require land for panel installation, which can affect local habitats, but the small scale of this facility limits such effects. In Oregon, solar development is encouraged to meet renewable energy targets while balancing land-use considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Bellevue Solar Project is located in Oregon, United States, at coordinates 45.1122, -123.2347.
Bellevue Solar Project has a capacity of 1.6 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Bellevue Solar Project is owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings Inc., a major player in renewable energy development.
Solar projects in the USA benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Oregon's RPS targets 50% renewable electricity by 2040.
Bellevue Solar Project adds 1.6 MW of clean energy to Oregon's grid, helping the state meet its RPS requirements and reduce carbon emissions.