Overview
Mount Saint Mary's is a 13.7 MW solar PV facility in Maryland, United States, owned by Constellation Solar Horizons LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA and Maryland RPS.
Mount Saint Mary's is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Maryland, United States. With a capacity of 13.7 MW, it is a medium-scale solar installation that supports the region's transition to renewable energy. The facility is owned by Constellation Solar Horizons LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Maryland's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a 50% renewable energy target by 2030. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this facility contributes to grid stability and clean energy generation in the Mid-Atlantic region. Mount Saint Mary's solar installation helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports local energy independence. It also provides educational and operational benefits to the surrounding community, aligning with broader state and federal goals for renewable energy adoption.
Environmental context
Solar PV facilities like Mount Saint Mary's have minimal visual and land-use impact compared to other energy sources, as panels are often installed on rooftops or previously disturbed land. They produce no emissions during operation and help reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, large-scale solar farms can affect local ecosystems and require careful siting to avoid habitat disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Mount Saint Mary's solar facility is located in Maryland, United States, at coordinates 39.675000, -77.345000.
Mount Saint Mary's solar plant has a capacity of 13.7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV installation.
Mount Saint Mary's solar facility is owned by Constellation Solar Horizons LLC, a subsidiary of Constellation Energy.
Solar energy in Maryland is supported by the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires 50% renewable energy by 2030, and the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives.
Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor materials. Panels generate direct current (DC), which is converted to alternating current (AC) for grid use.