Overview
Madison County is a 1.8 MW solar PV facility in New York, USA, owned by AEP Onsite Partners. The plant contributes to the state's renewable energy goals under the Clean Energy Standard.
Madison County is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in New York, United States, with a capacity of 1.8 MW. Owned by AEP Onsite Partners, the plant is operational and supports the local grid with clean energy. As a small-scale solar installation, it reflects the growing distributed generation trend in the state. The facility operates under New York's Clean Energy Standard, which mandates 70% renewable electricity by 2030 and a zero-emission grid by 2040. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, with no emissions during operation. The 1.8 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, typical for community or commercial solar projects. Madison County's solar plant helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to New York's ambitious renewable energy targets. It also provides local environmental benefits by displacing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting grid stability. The facility's location in upstate New York benefits from moderate solar insolation, suitable for solar generation.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Madison County have minimal environmental impact during operation, producing no air or water emissions. However, land use for solar arrays can affect local habitats and agricultural land. In New York, solar projects are subject to siting regulations that balance renewable energy development with environmental protection. The facility's small footprint reduces potential ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Madison County solar plant is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 43.0283, -75.701.
Madison County solar plant has a capacity of 1.8 MW, making it a small-scale solar PV facility.
Madison County solar plant is owned by AEP Onsite Partners, a company specializing in distributed energy solutions.
Solar plants in New York operate under the Clean Energy Standard, which requires 70% renewable electricity by 2030 and a zero-emission grid by 2040. The state also offers incentives through NY-Sun and net metering.
Solar PV technology uses photovoltaic cells to convert sunlight directly into electricity. It produces no emissions during operation and has low maintenance costs.