Overview
Kathleen Solar is a 5 MW operational solar PV facility in North Carolina, United States, owned by Sol Systems. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA framework.
Kathleen Solar is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in North Carolina, United States, with an operational capacity of 5 megawatts. Owned by Sol Systems, the plant is part of the growing solar infrastructure in the region, supporting the transition to clean energy. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and North Carolina's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a percentage of electricity from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 5 MW, Kathleen Solar is considered a small-to-medium scale installation typical for community or commercial solar projects. Environmentally, Kathleen Solar contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its location in North Carolina benefits from ample solar irradiance, and the facility's grid integration supports local energy resilience. The plant's operational status ensures ongoing renewable energy generation for the region.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Kathleen Solar have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water use. However, land use for solar arrays can impact local ecosystems and agriculture. In North Carolina, solar development is often sited on previously disturbed lands to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's grid integration supports renewable energy targets and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
Frequently asked questions
Kathleen Solar is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 35.513800, -78.802400.
Kathleen Solar has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV facility.
Kathleen Solar is owned by Sol Systems, a renewable energy company based in the United States.
Kathleen Solar operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and North Carolina's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (RPS), which incentivize solar development.
Kathleen Solar uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.