Alabama s largest solar energy project

What is the largest solar project in Alabama?

Its 227 MW of capacity makes it the largest project in Alabama. Prior to Muscle Shoals, Alabama had a cumulative installed solar capacity of around 280 MW, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), meaning Muscle Shoals nearly doubled the state’s installed capacity.

Does Alabama have solar power?

Alabama ranks No. 35 among states in terms of total solar power, mostly thanks to a handful of large projects, such as the Walmart-funded solar farm in Chambers County, and installations at military bases.

Which state has the largest solar array in Alabama?

The AL Solar A solar array near Lafayette, Alabama, is one of the largest solar arrays in Alabama. It was developed by Alabama Power. (Joe Songer | [email protected]). al.com Joe Songer | [email protected] Alaska has more residential solar installations than Alabama.

How much does Alabama Power charge for solar power?

Alabama Power’s capacity reservation charge was approved by the Alabama Public Service Commission in 2013 at $5 per kilowatt of solar capacity per month and increased to $5.41 last year.

Is Alabama a good state for solar?

According to the SEIA’s state residential solar data, Alabama ranks 49th out of 51 among U.S. states, plus Washington D.C. A separate group, the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy ranked Alabama last among Southeastern states in total solar development in its fourth annual Solar in the Southeast report, released last week.

Which state has more solar installations than Alabama?

Alaska has more residential solar installations than Alabama. So does Rhode Island, Delaware, Mississippi and every other state except North and South Dakota. Georgia has 10 times as much residential solar as Alabama, and South Carolina has 17 times as much as Georgia. But that could change soon for Alabama.