Overview
Cornerstone Power Vineland I LLC is a 3.1 MW solar PV facility in New Jersey, United States. Owned by Altus Power America Management, it contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Cornerstone Power Vineland I LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in New Jersey, United States. With a capacity of 3.1 MW, it represents a small-to-medium scale solar installation within the state's renewable energy portfolio. The facility is owned by Altus Power America Management LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for solar energy, and New Jersey's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requiring a significant share of electricity from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to the state's clean energy goals. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. Solar farms like this one also support grid stability and local energy independence. The site's location in New Jersey benefits from moderate solar insolation, making it a viable contributor to the region's renewable energy mix.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Cornerstone Power Vineland I LLC have a low environmental footprint during operation, producing no direct emissions. However, land use for solar arrays can impact local habitats and agricultural land. In New Jersey, solar development is often sited on brownfields or dual-use agricultural land to minimize conflicts. The facility's 3.1 MW capacity contributes to reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supports state renewable energy targets.
Frequently asked questions
Cornerstone Power Vineland I LLC is located in New Jersey, United States, near the coordinates 39.439700, -75.043900.
The facility has a capacity of 3.1 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
The facility is owned by Altus Power America Management LLC, a company specializing in commercial and industrial solar energy.
New Jersey's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requires that 50% of electricity come from renewable sources by 2030, supported by federal incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and helping states like New Jersey meet their clean energy targets.