Overview
County of San Diego SBRC is a 1.3 MW solar PV facility in California, USA, owned by Solar Star California LXIII LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the Renewable Portfolio Standard.
County of San Diego SBRC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in San Diego County, California, United States. With a capacity of 1.3 megawatts (MW), it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local renewable energy generation. The facility is owned by Solar Star California LXIII LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates that 60% of electricity come from renewable sources by 2030. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this installation contributes to the state's clean energy goals. The 1.3 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, typical for community or commercial solar projects. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV has minimal operational emissions and low water usage, supporting California's climate objectives. The facility's location in San Diego County benefits from high solar irradiance, maximizing energy production.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like County of San Diego SBRC have low environmental impact during operation, with no air or water emissions. However, land use for solar farms can affect local habitats. In California, regulations require mitigation measures for sensitive species. The facility's small footprint reduces potential ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
The County of San Diego SBRC solar PV facility is located in San Diego County, California, United States, at coordinates 32.6327, -117.0777.
The County of San Diego SBRC has a capacity of 1.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic installation.
The facility is owned by Solar Star California LXIII LLC, a company involved in renewable energy development.
Solar PV facilities in California operate under the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires 60% renewable electricity by 2030, and the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) provides financial incentives.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and has low water consumption, supporting climate change mitigation and air quality improvement.