Overview
Iron Horse Solar 4 LLC is a 4.5 MW solar PV facility located in the United States. The plant is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Iron Horse Solar 4 LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 42.58°N, -71.26°W. The plant has a capacity of 4.5 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for solar PV installations in the country. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials, and this plant contributes to the growing distributed and utility-scale solar generation in the region. As a solar PV facility, Iron Horse Solar 4 LLC generates clean electricity without direct emissions, supporting grid decarbonization. The plant's output helps meet renewable energy targets and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Its operational status ensures ongoing contribution to local energy needs.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Iron Horse Solar 4 LLC have minimal environmental impact during operation, though land use and visual impacts are considerations. The plant's location in the United States benefits from strong solar resource availability. Proper siting and decommissioning practices mitigate long-term effects.
Frequently asked questions
Iron Horse Solar 4 LLC is located in the United States, with approximate coordinates 42.58°N, -71.26°W.
The facility has a capacity of 4.5 megawatts (MW), typical for a small-to-medium scale solar PV installation.
The facility is owned by Iron Horse Solar 4 LLC, an entity dedicated to solar energy generation.
Solar PV in the U.S. operates under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which provide incentives and mandates for renewable energy deployment.
Solar PV generates electricity without direct emissions, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and meet renewable energy targets set by federal and state policies.