Overview
GD West Greenwich Victory I LLC is a 1.8 MW solar PV facility in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, United States. It is operational and contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
GD West Greenwich Victory I LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, United States. With a capacity of 1.8 MW, it represents a small-scale solar installation typical of distributed generation projects in the region. The facility is operational and owned by GD West Greenwich Victory I LLC. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, benefiting from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Rhode Island's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a target of 100% renewable electricity by 2033. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility likely uses fixed-tilt or single-axis tracking panels to maximize energy capture. This solar installation contributes to local grid stability and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. It supports Rhode Island's clean energy goals by generating emission-free electricity. The facility's location in West Greenwich aligns with the state's strategy to expand renewable energy capacity in rural and suburban areas.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in West Greenwich, a town in Kent County, Rhode Island. The region experiences a temperate climate with ample sunlight for solar generation. Solar PV installations like this one have minimal visual impact compared to other renewable technologies and do not produce emissions during operation. However, land use for solar farms can affect local ecosystems; proper siting and vegetation management can mitigate these impacts.
Frequently asked questions
GD West Greenwich Victory I LLC is located in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, United States, at coordinates 41.6579° N, 71.6875° W.
The facility has a capacity of 1.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic installation.
The facility is owned by GD West Greenwich Victory I LLC.
Solar PV in Rhode Island benefits from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which targets 100% renewable electricity by 2033.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting grid decarbonization.