Overview
Little Bay is a 1.3 MW solar PV facility in Rhode Island, United States, owned by Altus Power America Management LLC. The plant contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA and state RPS.
Little Bay is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Rhode Island, United States. With a capacity of 1.3 megawatts, it is a small-scale solar installation that adds to the region's distributed renewable energy generation. The plant is owned by Altus Power America Management LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for solar energy, and Rhode Island's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) that mandates a increasing share of renewable electricity. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials, and at this scale, the plant likely serves local grid needs or community solar programs. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its small footprint minimizes land-use impact, and solar PV has no operational emissions. The facility supports Rhode Island's clean energy goals and enhances grid resilience through distributed generation.
Environmental context
Rhode Island has a strong commitment to renewable energy, with a Renewable Portfolio Standard targeting 100% renewable electricity by 2033. Solar PV installations like Little Bay help reduce reliance on natural gas and oil, lowering carbon emissions. The state's dense population and limited land area make rooftop and small ground-mounted solar arrays particularly suitable, minimizing land-use conflicts.
Frequently asked questions
Little Bay is located in Rhode Island, United States, at coordinates 41.799200, -71.436000.
Little Bay has a capacity of 1.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The facility is owned by Altus Power America Management LLC, a company specializing in commercial and community solar projects.
Solar energy in the US is supported by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that require utilities to source a percentage of electricity from renewables.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and has minimal water usage. It also supports energy independence and grid resilience.