Overview
Nash 58 Farm is a 5 MW solar PV facility in North Carolina, USA, owned by Nash 58 Farm LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the Renewable Portfolio Standard.
Nash 58 Farm is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in North Carolina, United States. With a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), it is a small-scale solar installation that supports the region's renewable energy generation. The facility is owned by Nash 58 Farm LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). North Carolina's RPS requires investor-owned utilities to generate 12.5% of their energy from renewable sources by 2021, with solar playing a key role. The 5 MW capacity places Nash 58 Farm in the small-scale category, typical for community or distributed solar projects. Solar PV facilities like Nash 58 Farm contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying the energy mix. They have minimal environmental impact during operation, though land use and visual impacts are considerations. The facility supports local grid stability and provides clean energy to the surrounding area, aligning with broader state and national renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of North Carolina, where solar development is common due to available land and supportive policies. Solar PV has low operational emissions but requires land conversion, which can affect local ecosystems. The region's moderate climate supports efficient solar generation, and the facility helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Frequently asked questions
Nash 58 Farm is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 36.0472, -78.0308.
Nash 58 Farm has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Nash 58 Farm is owned by Nash 58 Farm LLC.
The facility operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act and North Carolina's Renewable Portfolio Standard, which mandates a 12.5% renewable energy share by 2021.
Solar PV facilities generate electricity with zero operational emissions, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. They also support grid stability and renewable energy targets.