Overview
Canyon Del Oro High School Solar is a 1.5 MW solar PV installation in Arizona, United States, owned by Constellation Solar Arizona 2 LLC. The facility is operational and contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
Canyon Del Oro High School Solar is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Arizona, United States. With a capacity of 1.5 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation typical of educational campus projects. The facility is owned by Constellation Solar Arizona 2 LLC and is currently operational. The plant uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. Arizona's abundant solar resource makes such installations highly effective. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Arizona's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a 15% renewable energy target by 2025. This solar installation provides clean energy to the high school, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions. It serves as an educational tool for students and the community, demonstrating the viability of renewable energy. The project supports Arizona's transition to a more sustainable energy mix.
Environmental context
Arizona's arid climate and high solar irradiance make it ideal for solar PV installations. The facility's location near Tucson avoids sensitive habitats while utilizing open land. Solar energy production here displaces grid electricity from natural gas, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption associated with thermal power plants.
Frequently asked questions
Canyon Del Oro High School Solar is located in Arizona, United States, near the city of Tucson.
The facility has a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The facility is owned by Constellation Solar Arizona 2 LLC.
Solar PV in Arizona benefits from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires 15% renewable energy by 2025.
Solar PV generates electricity without emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. It also conserves water compared to conventional power plants.