Overview
IKEA Tejon 345 is a 1.5 MW solar PV installation in California, owned by IKEA Property Inc. The facility contributes to the state's renewable energy goals under the Renewable Portfolio Standard.
IKEA Tejon 345 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in California, United States, with a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW). Owned by IKEA Property Inc, the plant is operational and represents a small-scale solar installation typical of commercial rooftop or ground-mount projects. California's abundant solar resources and supportive policies make it a leading state for solar energy deployment. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates 60% renewable electricity by 2030 and 100% by 2045. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 1.5 MW, this plant can power approximately 300 homes annually. The plant's location in California benefits from high solar irradiance, maximizing energy generation. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution compared to fossil fuel generation. Solar PV has minimal water usage and low operational emissions. The facility supports grid stability by feeding clean energy into the local distribution network, aligning with California's ambitious clean energy targets.
Environmental context
California's Mediterranean climate provides high solar irradiance, making solar PV highly efficient. The state's Renewable Portfolio Standard drives rapid solar deployment, reducing reliance on natural gas. Solar installations like this one help mitigate air quality issues in the Central Valley and support biodiversity by avoiding land-use changes associated with fossil fuel extraction.
Frequently asked questions
IKEA Tejon 345 is located in California, United States, at coordinates 34.975300, -118.946900.
The facility has a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW), typical for a small-scale commercial solar installation.
The plant is owned by IKEA Property Inc, a subsidiary of the IKEA Group.
The plant operates under the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard, which targets 60% renewable energy by 2030.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reduces air pollution, and uses minimal water compared to fossil fuel plants.