United States

Desert Sunlight 300 LLC — 314 MW Solar

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Desert Sunlight 300 LLC is a 314 MW solar power plant located in United States of America. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
314 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2013

Year online

Owner
NextEra Energy Desert Sunlight 300 LLC

Operator

Location
33.82, -115.39

Coordinates

Insights

#1,102
largest in %s
#73
largest %s worldwide
#5,948
largest worldwide
2013
%d yrs older than avg
1
operated by %s
53
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Solar
Capacity
314 MW
Commissioned
2013
Status
Operational
Owner
NextEra Energy Desert Sunlight 300 LLC
Country
United States
Coordinates
33.823, -115.394

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
20,280 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
608,410 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
41 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

4,409
cars / year
2,704
homes / year
921,833
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Desert Sunlight 300 LLC is a significant solar power plant located in the United States, specifically at the coordinates 33.8231° N, 115.3939° W. As one of the key contributors to the solar energy landscape in North America, this facility plays a crucial role in the national energy mix, harnessing the abundant sunlight of the California desert to generate clean electricity. With an impressive capacity of 313.7 MW, Desert Sunlight is operated by NextEra Energy Desert Sunlight 300 LLC, a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, known for its commitment to sustainable power solutions. Commissioned in 2013, this solar power plant utilizes advanced photovoltaic panel technology to convert sunlight directly into electricity, a method recognized for its efficiency and minimal environmental impact. The strategic location of Desert Sunlight in California not only benefits from high solar irradiance but also aligns with the state’s aggressive renewable energy goals, which aim to achieve significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and transition to a more sustainable energy system. The facility contributes to the local grid by providing a reliable source of energy that helps meet the growing electricity demands of the region while supporting California’s vision of a cleaner energy future. As the U.S. continues to shift towards renewable energy sources, Desert Sunlight stands as a testament to the potential of solar power in helping to achieve energy independence and sustainability.

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