Overview
Jersey Gardens Phase 1 is a 1.7 MW solar PV facility in New Jersey, United States. Owned by SEDC Jersey Gardens Owner LLC, it is operational and contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
Jersey Gardens Phase 1 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in New Jersey, United States. With a capacity of 1.7 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports the region's transition to clean energy. The facility is owned by SEDC Jersey Gardens Owner 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). New Jersey's RPS requires 50% of electricity from renewable sources by 2030, driving demand for solar projects like Jersey Gardens Phase 1. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to the state's distributed generation capacity. As a small-scale solar installation, Jersey Gardens Phase 1 helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. It also supports grid stability by providing local power generation. The facility's location in an urban area aligns with the trend of deploying solar on commercial or industrial sites, maximizing land use efficiency.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in New Jersey, a state with a strong commitment to renewable energy. Solar PV installations like Jersey Gardens Phase 1 have minimal environmental impact during operation, producing no emissions or water usage. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local ecosystems; careful siting on previously developed land mitigates this. The facility supports New Jersey's goal of reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality.
Frequently asked questions
Jersey Gardens Phase 1 is located in New Jersey, United States, at coordinates 40.660800, -74.173300.
Jersey Gardens Phase 1 has a capacity of 1.7 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The facility is owned by SEDC Jersey Gardens Owner LLC.
The Inflation Reduction Act provides tax credits and incentives for renewable energy projects, including solar PV, reducing costs and encouraging investment in facilities like Jersey Gardens Phase 1.
New Jersey's Renewable Portfolio Standard requires that 50% of the state's electricity come from renewable sources by 2030, driving demand for solar and other clean energy projects.