Overview
Fennimore Solar is a 3 MW operational solar PV facility in Wisconsin, USA, owned by Butter Solar LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA framework.
Fennimore Solar is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Wisconsin, United States, with a capacity of 3 megawatts (MW). The facility is owned by Butter Solar LLC and is currently operational, adding to the region's distributed solar generation portfolio. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, benefiting from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Wisconsin's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which encourages renewable energy development. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at this scale, the facility is typical for community or small utility-scale projects. Environmentally, Fennimore Solar contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its location in Wisconsin supports grid diversification and local energy resilience, aligning with state goals for clean energy adoption.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Fennimore Solar have minimal operational emissions but require land use for panel arrays. In Wisconsin, solar farms are often sited on agricultural or marginal lands, balancing energy production with local land-use priorities. The facility's small scale reduces visual and ecological impact compared to larger projects.
Frequently asked questions
Fennimore Solar is located in Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 42.971000, -90.662000.
Fennimore Solar has a capacity of 3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV facility.
Fennimore Solar is owned by Butter Solar LLC.
Solar PV in the US benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which provide tax incentives and mandates for renewable energy adoption.
Fennimore Solar generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting Wisconsin's renewable energy targets under the state's RPS.