CM10 Solar PV Facility, United States | 10 MW Renewable Energy Plant

CM10 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United States, with coordinates 35.7881, -114.9933. The plant has an operational status and a capacity of 10 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for solar PV installations. It is owned by Consolidated Edison Development Inc., a subsidiary of Con Edison, which is active in renewable energy development across the country. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax credits for solar energy, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that drive demand for renewable generation. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and the plant's capacity of 10 MW is typical for a utility-scale or community solar project, contributing to grid supply. Environmental context for solar PV includes land use considerations and visual impact, though the facility's location in a relatively arid region (near the Nevada border) may reduce land-use conflicts. The plant supports grid integration of renewable energy and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with national and state clean energy goals.

The facility is located in a desert region of the southwestern United States, an area with high solar irradiance ideal for solar PV generation. Environmental considerations for solar farms include land use and habitat disruption, but the arid landscape may minimize ecological impact. The plant contributes to reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supports state renewable energy targets.