Overview
Holdrege Solar Center is a 4 MW operational solar PV facility in Nebraska, owned by Enerparc Inc. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA framework.
Holdrege Solar Center is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located near Holdrege, Nebraska, United States. With a capacity of 4 megawatts (MW), it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local renewable energy generation. The facility is owned by Enerparc Inc., a developer with a portfolio of solar projects across the country. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, benefiting from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Nebraska's Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Nebraska has a voluntary RPS goal of 40% renewable energy by 2030, and small-scale solar projects like Holdrege Solar Center help meet this target. The facility uses standard solar PV technology, converting sunlight directly into electricity for the grid. Environmentally, the Holdrege Solar Center contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. Its location in the Great Plains region provides ample solar resource, and the facility's small footprint minimizes land-use conflicts. The plant supports local energy independence and aligns with broader US renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
The Holdrege Solar Center is situated in the Great Plains, an area with high solar insolation, making it suitable for solar PV generation. The facility's small scale reduces visual and land-use impacts compared to larger installations. Solar PV systems like this one have minimal water consumption and no emissions during operation, contributing to local air quality and climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
Holdrege Solar Center is located near Holdrege, Nebraska, United States, at coordinates 40.8247° N, -96.8203° W.
Holdrege Solar Center has a capacity of 4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Holdrege Solar Center is owned by Enerparc Inc., a company that develops and operates solar energy projects.
Solar projects in the US benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Nebraska has a voluntary RPS goal of 40% renewable energy by 2030.
Holdrege Solar Center generates clean electricity without emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting climate change mitigation. Its small footprint minimizes land-use impact.