Overview
Douglas Solar is a 2 MW solar PV facility in Massachusetts, United States, owned by Consolidated Edison Development Inc. The plant is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Douglas Solar is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Massachusetts, United States, with a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW). The plant is owned by Consolidated Edison Development Inc. and is currently operational, adding to the state's growing portfolio of solar energy installations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Massachusetts has a strong RPS requiring a significant percentage of electricity from renewable sources, driving demand for solar projects like Douglas Solar. The plant uses standard solar PV technology, typical for small-to-medium scale solar farms in the region. Douglas Solar contributes to the local grid by providing clean energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and supporting Massachusetts' climate goals. Its location in the northeastern US allows it to take advantage of state incentives for solar development, though solar irradiance is moderate compared to sunnier regions. The facility plays a role in the community's transition to renewable energy.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Douglas Solar have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar arrays can impact local habitats and visual landscapes. In Massachusetts, solar development is often sited on previously disturbed land to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's small scale reduces potential land-use conflicts.
Frequently asked questions
Douglas Solar is located in Massachusetts, United States, at coordinates approximately 42.06°N, -71.73°W.
Douglas Solar has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Douglas Solar is owned by Consolidated Edison Development Inc., a subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc.
Solar energy in Massachusetts is supported by the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a percentage of electricity from renewable sources, and the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax incentives for solar projects.
Douglas Solar generates clean electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supporting Massachusetts' climate goals.