Overview
Cougar Solar LLC is a 1.9 MW operational solar PV facility located in North Carolina, United States. It contributes to the state's renewable energy generation under the US IRA and state RPS framework.
Cougar Solar LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in North Carolina, United States, with an operational capacity of 1.9 megawatts (MW). This scale places it within the small-to-medium range for solar installations in the region, typical of community or commercial solar projects. The facility is owned and operated by Cougar Solar LLC and is currently operational, contributing to the local energy grid. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for renewable energy, and North Carolina's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requiring a percentage of energy from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 1.9 MW, this plant can power approximately 300-400 homes annually, depending on local conditions. Environmentally, the facility supports North Carolina's transition to cleaner energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Solar PV has minimal operational emissions, though land use and visual impact are considerations. The plant's location in North Carolina benefits from moderate solar insolation, making it a viable contributor to the state's renewable energy mix.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in North Carolina, a state with a growing renewable energy sector. Solar PV installations like this one help reduce carbon emissions and air pollutants compared to fossil fuel generation. However, land use for solar arrays can impact local ecosystems and agriculture. The plant's relatively small footprint minimizes such effects, and its operation supports state goals for renewable energy adoption under the RPS.
Frequently asked questions
Cougar Solar LLC is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 35.462400, -79.180700.
Cougar Solar LLC has a capacity of 1.9 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV facility.
Cougar Solar LLC is owned by Cougar Solar LLC, the same entity that operates the facility.
The facility operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and North Carolina's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which incentivize renewable energy generation.
Solar PV generates electricity with zero emissions during operation, reducing greenhouse gases and air pollution. It also supports energy independence and grid resilience.