Overview
Mesa CSG 1 Murdock is a 1.5 MW solar PV facility in Colorado, United States, owned by Standard Solar. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA and Colorado RPS.
Mesa CSG 1 Murdock is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Colorado, United States, with a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW). Owned by Standard Solar, the plant is operational and represents a small-scale solar installation typical of community solar gardens in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Colorado's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates 100% renewable energy by 2040. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category, often used for local grid support or community energy programs. Environmentally, the plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports Colorado's clean energy transition. Its small footprint minimizes land-use impact, and solar PV generally has low operational environmental effects. The facility helps diversify the local energy mix and provides renewable energy to the community.
Environmental context
Colorado's high solar irradiance and dry climate are favorable for solar PV generation. The plant's location avoids sensitive habitats, and solar energy production has minimal water usage and air emissions. Community solar gardens like this one reduce reliance on fossil fuels and support grid resilience.
Frequently asked questions
Mesa CSG 1 Murdock is located in Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.108800, -108.643900.
The facility has a capacity of 1.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned by Standard Solar, a developer and operator of solar energy systems.
The plant operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Colorado's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which targets 100% renewable energy by 2040.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions, reduces air pollution, and has minimal water use, supporting climate goals and energy independence.