Overview
Jackson Solar Farm is a 10 MW operational solar PV facility in North Carolina, USA, owned by GCL New Energy Inc. It contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA and state RPS.
Jackson Solar Farm is a 10 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in North Carolina, United States. The plant is owned by GCL New Energy Inc. and is currently operational, adding to the region's renewable energy generation portfolio. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and North Carolina's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a percentage of energy from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 10 MW, this plant is considered a small- to medium-scale utility installation, typical for distributed solar projects in the state. As a solar farm, Jackson Solar Farm generates clean electricity without direct emissions, supporting grid decarbonization. Its location in North Carolina benefits from moderate solar insolation, and the facility helps meet local renewable energy targets while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
Solar farms like Jackson Solar Farm require land for panel arrays, which can impact local land use and visual aesthetics. In North Carolina, solar development is balanced with agricultural and natural landscapes. The facility's operation avoids air emissions and water consumption typical of thermal power plants, contributing to reduced environmental footprint in the region.
Frequently asked questions
Jackson Solar Farm is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 35.75, -77.83.
Jackson Solar Farm has a capacity of 10 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale solar PV installation.
Jackson Solar Farm is owned by GCL New Energy Inc., a global solar energy company.
The facility operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and North Carolina's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which promote renewable energy development.
Solar PV panels convert sunlight directly into electricity via photovoltaic cells, with no moving parts and minimal emissions during operation.