Overview
Douglas Todd Community Solar One LLC CSG is a 1 MW solar PV facility in Minnesota, United States, owned by Madison Energy Holdings LLC. It is operational and contributes to local renewable energy generation.
Douglas Todd Community Solar One LLC CSG is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Minnesota, United States. With a capacity of 1 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that forms part of the growing community solar landscape in the state. The facility is owned by Madison Energy Holdings LLC and is currently operational. 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). Minnesota's RPS requires 26.5% renewable energy by 2025, driving demand for community solar projects like this one. The 1 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, typical for community solar gardens that serve local subscribers. Environmentally, the facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Community solar projects also provide grid benefits by distributing generation across multiple sites, reducing transmission losses. The facility's location in Minnesota supports the state's transition to cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like this one have minimal environmental impact during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local ecosystems. In Minnesota, solar projects are often sited on previously disturbed land to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's small scale reduces its visual and land-use footprint compared to utility-scale installations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Minnesota, United States, with coordinates approximately 45.8433° N, -95.1500° W.
The facility has a capacity of 1 MW, making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The facility is owned by Madison Energy Holdings LLC, a company that develops and operates renewable energy projects.
Minnesota's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requires 26.5% renewable energy by 2025, and the state has a community solar garden program that allows subscribers to benefit from local solar generation.
The IRA provides investment tax credits and production tax credits for solar energy, reducing project costs and encouraging development of community solar facilities.