Overview
Elkton Solar is a 1.6 MW operational solar PV facility in the United States, owned by SunE DB27 LLC. It contributes to the country's growing renewable energy capacity.
Elkton Solar is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United States, with coordinates 39.6035, -75.8362. The plant has an operational status and a capacity of 1.6 MW, placing it in the small-scale category for solar installations. It is owned by SunE DB27 LLC, a developer active in the U.S. solar market. The facility operates under the U.S. regulatory framework, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for solar energy, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that drive demand for renewable generation. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at this scale, the plant likely serves local grid needs or community solar programs. As a small solar installation, Elkton Solar has minimal environmental impact compared to larger projects. It avoids land-use conflicts and visual impacts typical of utility-scale solar, and its distributed nature supports grid integration without major transmission upgrades. The plant contributes to the U.S. renewable energy transition by displacing fossil fuel generation.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with moderate solar resource potential. Small-scale solar PV installations like this one have low environmental impact, as they can be sited on rooftops or previously disturbed land, avoiding habitat disruption. The primary environmental benefit is the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from electricity generation.
Frequently asked questions
Elkton Solar is located in the United States at coordinates 39.6035, -75.8362, likely in the state of Maryland or Delaware based on the coordinates.
Elkton Solar has a capacity of 1.6 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Elkton Solar is owned by SunE DB27 LLC, a company involved in solar energy development in the United States.
Solar energy in the US is supported by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that mandate renewable energy generation.
Small-scale solar PV reduces greenhouse gas emissions, has minimal land-use impact, and can be integrated into existing infrastructure without significant environmental disruption.