Overview
Cumberland Land Holdings LLC operates a 14.7 MW solar PV facility in Alabama, United States. The plant contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA and state RPS.
Cumberland Land Holdings LLC operates a 14.7 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility in Alabama, United States. The plant is operational and contributes to the state's growing renewable energy portfolio. As a medium-scale solar installation, it supports local grid stability and clean energy generation. The facility uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. Under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Alabama's Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), solar projects benefit from tax credits and regulatory support. The 14.7 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale category for solar farms in the region. This solar plant reduces reliance on fossil fuels and helps lower carbon emissions in the local grid. It also supports energy diversification in Alabama, where solar capacity has been expanding. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the state's renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like this one have minimal visual impact compared to wind turbines, but require land use for panel arrays. In Alabama, solar farms are often sited on agricultural or marginal lands, balancing energy production with land conservation. Grid integration challenges are managed through net metering and interconnection standards.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Alabama, United States, at coordinates 34.9497° N, -86.8681° W.
The facility has a capacity of 14.7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by Cumberland Land Holdings LLC.
Solar projects in Alabama benefit from the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which provide tax credits and incentives for renewable energy development.
Solar PV panels convert sunlight directly into electricity through photovoltaic cells. The generated power is fed into the local grid.