Solar Star
579 MW solar power plant in United States of America
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2015, Solar Star is a solar power plant located in United States of America with an installed capacity of 579 MW. It is operated by BHE Renewables.
Why It Matters
Solar Star converts sunlight directly into electricity for United States of America, generating power for around 121,763 US-equivalent households per year. Utility-scale solar costs have fallen by roughly 90% since 2010, making projects of this size economically viable in regions that would not have considered them a decade ago.
Environmental Impact
Solar Star produces no operating-stage emissions and minimal water use, displacing roughly 1.2 million tonnes of CO2 per year. Lifecycle emissions from manufacturing crystalline silicon panels are recovered within 1–3 years of operation, depending on the local grid carbon intensity.
Fun Facts
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 121,763 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 11 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Solar Star produce?▾
Solar Star has an installed nameplate capacity of 579 MW. At typical capacity factors for solar plants (~25%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 121,763 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Solar Star located?▾
Solar Star is located in United States of America at approximately 34.8342°, -118.3956°.
When was Solar Star built?▾
Solar Star was commissioned in 2015.
Who owns Solar Star?▾
Solar Star is owned and operated by BHE Renewables.
About Solar Power
Solar power plants convert sunlight directly into electricity using photovoltaic panels or concentrate solar energy to produce heat. They are renewable and produce no emissions during operation.
Other Solar Power Plants in United States of America
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Copper Mountain Solar Facility | 802 MW | Sempra Generation |
| ⚡Mount Signal Solar | 794 MW | 8minute Solar Energy |
| ⚡Topaz Solar Farm | 550 MW | BHE Renewables |
| ⚡Desert Sunlight Solar Farm | 550 MW | NextEra Energy |
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Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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