Overview
Cornell Snyder Road Solar Array is a 1.8 MW solar PV facility in New York, owned by Ulysses Solar LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the Clean Energy Standard.
Cornell Snyder Road Solar Array is an operational solar photovoltaic facility located in New York, United States. With a capacity of 1.8 MW, it represents a small-scale solar installation typical of distributed generation projects in the region. The facility is owned by Ulysses Solar LLC and supports local renewable energy generation. The facility operates under New York's Clean Energy Standard, which mandates 70% renewable electricity by 2030, and benefits from federal incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this installation contributes to grid decarbonization efforts in the state. As a small solar array, the facility has minimal environmental impact compared to larger projects. It helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports energy independence. The electricity generated is fed into the local grid, serving community energy needs without significant land-use or wildlife concerns.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Cornell Snyder Road Solar Array have low environmental impact during operation, producing no emissions. However, land use for solar farms can affect local ecosystems. In New York, solar projects are subject to siting regulations that consider agricultural land preservation and habitat impacts. The facility's small scale minimizes these concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Cornell Snyder Road Solar Array is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 42.4975, -76.4600.
The facility has a capacity of 1.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The facility is owned by Ulysses Solar LLC, a company involved in renewable energy development.
New York's Clean Energy Standard requires 70% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the federal Inflation Reduction Act which provides tax credits for solar projects.
Small solar arrays like this have minimal environmental impact, with no emissions during operation. They help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and support grid decarbonization.