Overview
Copperfield is a 2 MW solar PV facility in North Carolina, owned by Cypress Creek Renewables. The plant contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA framework.
Copperfield is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in North Carolina, United States, with a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW). Owned by Cypress Creek Renewables, the plant is operational and contributes to the local energy grid. This scale places it among small-to-medium solar installations typical of distributed generation in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax incentives for renewable energy projects, and North Carolina's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires a percentage of electricity from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and the plant's capacity supports grid stability and clean energy goals. Copperfield's environmental significance lies in its role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation. As a solar installation, it has minimal land-use impact compared to other renewables, though it requires careful siting to avoid habitat disruption. The plant supports local energy independence and aligns with broader US targets for decarbonization.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Copperfield have a low environmental footprint during operation, producing no emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar farms can affect local ecosystems, and careful site selection is needed to minimize habitat fragmentation. In North Carolina, solar development is supported by state policies that balance renewable energy growth with environmental stewardship.
Frequently asked questions
Copperfield is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 35.3401, -79.9912.
The Copperfield solar facility has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
The Copperfield solar plant is owned by Cypress Creek Renewables, a company specializing in solar energy development.
Solar energy in the US is supported by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that mandate renewable energy generation.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions or water use, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to climate change mitigation.