Overview
Central Antelope Dry Ranch B LLC is a 3 MW solar PV facility in California, United States. It is operational and contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
Central Antelope Dry Ranch B LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in California, United States. With a capacity of 3 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local renewable energy generation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a significant share of electricity from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant contributes to the state's clean energy goals. The plant's location in California benefits from high solar irradiance, making it well-suited for solar energy production. As part of the broader renewable energy landscape, it helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels, supporting grid stability and environmental sustainability.
Environmental context
California's diverse geography and climate provide excellent conditions for solar energy, with abundant sunshine year-round. Solar PV installations like this one have minimal water usage and low operational emissions, but they require land use and can impact local ecosystems. The facility's small scale reduces visual and land-use impacts compared to larger projects.
Frequently asked questions
Central Antelope Dry Ranch B LLC is located in California, United States, at coordinates 34.705500, -118.301400.
The facility has a capacity of 3 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic installation.
The facility is owned by Central Antelope Dry Ranch B LLC.
Solar PV in the US benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), such as California's, which require a growing share of electricity from renewable sources.
Solar PV generates electricity without direct emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. It supports grid decarbonization and helps meet renewable energy targets set by policies like the IRA and state RPS.