Overview
Dalton 2 is a 6.5 MW solar PV facility in Georgia, United States, owned by Georgia Power Co. It contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA and Georgia's Renewable Portfolio Standards.
Dalton 2 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Georgia, United States. With a capacity of 6.5 megawatts (MW), it is a small-to-medium scale solar installation owned by Georgia Power Co. The facility is operational and supports the local grid with clean energy. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Georgia's Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which encourage renewable energy development. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to the state's growing solar capacity. Dalton 2 plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting Georgia's energy transition. It helps meet renewable energy targets and provides environmental benefits by displacing fossil fuel generation. The facility's location in the southeastern US benefits from ample solar resource.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Dalton 2 have minimal visual and land-use impact compared to other energy sources. They require land for panel arrays but can be integrated into existing landscapes. In Georgia, solar development supports grid integration and reduces reliance on coal and natural gas, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Dalton 2 is located in Georgia, United States, at coordinates 34.718100, -84.931900.
Dalton 2 has a capacity of 6.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV facility.
Dalton 2 is owned by Georgia Power Co, a major utility in the state.
Dalton 2 operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Georgia's Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which support renewable energy development.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to climate change mitigation.