Overview
Mohave Electric at Fort Mohave is a 4.4 MW solar PV facility in Arizona, USA, owned by Mohave Sunrise Solar I LLC. It contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Mohave Electric at Fort Mohave is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located near Fort Mohave, Arizona, in the United States. With a capacity of 4.4 MW, it is a small-scale solar installation that supports local renewable energy generation. The facility is owned by Mohave Sunrise Solar I LLC and is currently operational. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. In the United States, solar energy is supported by federal incentives such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Arizona has a strong solar resource and an RPS requiring 15% renewable energy by 2025, which drives development of projects like this one. The facility contributes to grid stability and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in the Mojave Desert region benefits from high solar irradiance, maximizing energy production. The electricity generated helps serve the local community and supports broader clean energy goals.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Mojave Desert region, characterized by high solar irradiance and arid conditions. Solar PV installations in this area have minimal water usage and low operational emissions. However, land use for solar farms can impact desert ecosystems and wildlife habitats. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Fort Mohave, Arizona, in the United States, at coordinates 34.9843° N, -114.5565° W.
The solar PV facility has a capacity of 4.4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar installation.
The facility is owned by Mohave Sunrise Solar I LLC.
Solar energy in Arizona is supported by the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires 15% of retail electricity sales to come from renewable sources by 2025.
Solar PV facilities generate electricity with zero emissions during operation, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and have low water consumption compared to conventional power plants.