Overview
Merced Solar LLC is a 1.5 MW solar PV facility located in Merced, California, United States. It is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Merced Solar LLC is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Merced, California, within the United States. With a capacity of 1.5 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local renewable energy generation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) targeting 60% renewable energy by 2030. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant contributes to the state's clean energy goals. As a distributed solar installation, Merced Solar LLC helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in California's Central Valley provides ample solar resource, supporting grid stability and local energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in California's Central Valley, an agricultural region with high solar irradiance. Solar PV installations like this one have minimal land-use impact when sited on previously disturbed land. They produce no emissions during operation and help displace fossil fuel generation, contributing to improved air quality and reduced carbon footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Merced Solar LLC is located in Merced, California, United States, at coordinates 37.2678, -120.4844.
Merced Solar LLC has a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Merced Solar LLC is owned by Merced Solar LLC, the same entity that operates the facility.
Solar PV in California operates under the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates 60% renewable energy by 2030, and the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives.
By generating clean electricity from solar power, Merced Solar LLC helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports California's transition to a renewable energy grid.