Overview
ISM Solar Dighton 2 LLC CSG is a 2 MW solar PV facility in Dighton, Massachusetts, United States. Owned by 38 Degrees North LLC, it contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
ISM Solar Dighton 2 LLC CSG is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Dighton, Massachusetts, United States. With a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), it is a small-scale solar installation typical of community solar gardens (CSG) that provide local renewable energy to subscribers. The facility is owned by 38 Degrees North LLC and is currently operational. 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). Massachusetts has a strong RPS requiring 40% renewable electricity by 2030, supporting solar projects like this one. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 2 MW, this facility can power approximately 300-400 homes annually. Environmentally, the facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. Solar PV has minimal operational emissions, though land use and visual impacts are considerations. The facility supports grid integration of renewable energy and helps Massachusetts meet its clean energy targets. Its location in Dighton, a town in Bristol County, benefits from regional solar incentives and net metering policies.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like ISM Solar Dighton 2 have low operational environmental impact, with no emissions during electricity generation. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local habitats and agricultural land. In Massachusetts, solar development is encouraged on previously disturbed lands to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's small scale reduces visual and land-use concerns compared to larger installations.
Frequently asked questions
ISM Solar Dighton 2 LLC CSG is located in Dighton, Massachusetts, United States, at coordinates 41.8169° N, -71.1689° W.
The facility has a capacity of 2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The facility is owned by 38 Degrees North LLC.
Solar PV in Massachusetts benefits from the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates 40% renewable electricity by 2030, and net metering policies that credit solar generation. Federal incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act also support development.
A community solar garden allows multiple subscribers to benefit from a single solar installation. Subscribers receive credits on their electricity bills for their share of the power generated, enabling access to solar energy without installing panels on their own property.