Overview
Middle Daisy is a 5 MW solar PV facility in New Mexico, USA, operated by Onyx Asset Services Group. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA framework.
Middle Daisy is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in New Mexico, United States. With a capacity of 5 megawatts, it is a small-scale solar installation that feeds clean electricity into the local grid. The facility is owned and operated by Onyx Asset Services Group and is currently operational. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for renewable energy, and New Mexico's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requiring 50% renewable electricity by 2030. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor panels, and at 5 MW, this facility is typical of community or commercial-scale solar projects. Middle Daisy supports New Mexico's transition to cleaner energy by reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Solar PV plants like this have minimal operational emissions and contribute to grid stability during peak sunlight hours. The facility's location in the arid Southwest benefits from high solar irradiance, maximizing energy generation potential.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Middle Daisy have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no air emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar arrays can impact local habitats and visual landscapes. In New Mexico's desert environment, careful siting can minimize ecological disruption. The facility supports renewable energy goals and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Middle Daisy is located in New Mexico, United States, at coordinates 32.9786° N, -103.3713° W.
Middle Daisy has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
The plant is owned and operated by Onyx Asset Services Group.
Solar energy in the US is supported by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) like New Mexico's 50% renewable target by 2030.
Solar PV panels convert sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. They generate DC power, which is converted to AC for grid use.