{"id":8247,"date":"2023-07-10T17:27:10","date_gmt":"2023-07-10T15:27:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/?p=8247"},"modified":"2023-07-16T21:42:07","modified_gmt":"2023-07-16T19:42:07","slug":"top-5-solar-energy-developments-in-the-united-states","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/top-5-solar-energy-developments-in-the-united-states\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Solar Energy Developments in the United States"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/top-5-solar-energy-developments-in-the-united-states\/#Solar_Energy_Developments_in_the_United_States\" title=\"Solar Energy Developments in the United States\">Solar Energy Developments in the United States<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/top-5-solar-energy-developments-in-the-united-states\/#Top_5_Solar_Energy_Developments_in_the_United_States\" title=\"Top 5 Solar Energy Developments in the United States\">Top 5 Solar Energy Developments in the United States<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/top-5-solar-energy-developments-in-the-united-states\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/top-5-solar-energy-developments-in-the-united-states\/#FOLLOW_US_ON_SOCIAL_MEDIA\" title=\"FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA\">FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solar_Energy_Developments_in_the_United_States\"><\/span>Solar Energy Developments in the United States<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With every passing year, the world is becoming more aware of the harsh realities of climate change. The burning of fossil fuels is the leading cause of global warming and its effects on the planet. This realization has led to the development of alternative energy sources, and solar energy is one of the most effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The United States has been making significant strides in the area of solar energy development. The country has invested in several solar projects over the years, ranging from residential to commercial solar installations. In this post, we will take a look at the top 5 solar energy developments in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_5_Solar_Energy_Developments_in_the_United_States\"><\/span>Top 5 Solar Energy Developments in the United States<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Ivanpah Solar Power Facility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/lpo\/ivanpah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ivanpah Solar Power Facility<\/a>, located in California&#8217;s Mojave Desert, is one of the largest solar power plants in the world. It has a capacity of 392 megawatts (MW) and covers an area of 5.6 square miles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/are-you-from-a-tech-field-here-is-how-you-can-reposition-yourself-to-renewable-energy-and-revive-your-career-path\/\">Are You from a Tech Field? Here is How You can Reposition Yourself to Renewable Energy and Revive Your Career Path<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The plant uses concentrated solar power (CSP) technology to generate electricity. CSP technology uses mirrors to reflect sunlight onto a receiver, which heats up a fluid that then creates steam to power a turbine. The facility has been in operation since 2014 and has the capacity to provide electricity to approximately 140,000 homes. Watch a video of Ivanpah Solar Power Facility here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong>Solar Star Projects<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The Solar Star Projects are two solar power plants located in California. The projects have a combined capacity of 579 MW, making them the largest solar power plants in the world. The first Solar Star Project has a capacity of 327 MW, while the second has a capacity of 252 MW. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/how-to-find-a-good-solar-installer-in-the-us\/\">How to find a Good Solar Installer in the US<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The projects use photovoltaic (PV) technology to generate electricity, which involves the conversion of sunlight into electricity using solar panels. The power plants began operating in 2015 and provide electricity to more than 255,000 homes. Watch a video of Solar Star Projects here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Topaz Solar Farm<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/earthobservatory.nasa.gov\/images\/85403\/topaz-solar-farm-california\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Topaz Solar Farm<\/a>, located in California, is one of the largest solar power plants in the world. It has a capacity of 550 MW and covers an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. The plant uses PV technology to generate electricity. It has been in operation since 2014 and can provide electricity to approximately 180,000 homes. Watch a video of Topaz Solar Farm here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>SolarCity<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloomberg.com\/profile\/company\/0961765D:US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SolarCity<\/a> is a company that specializes in residential and commercial solar installations. The company has installed more than 650,000 solar power systems in the United States, making it the largest residential solar installer in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/top-10-most-paying-renewable-energy-jobs-for-2023-get-yourself-a-winning-profile\/\">Top 10 Most Paying Renewable Energy Jobs for 2023: Get yourself a winning profile<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SolarCity provides homeowners with the option to lease or purchase their solar power systems. The company has also installed solar systems for several Fortune 500 companies, including Walmart, HP, and Intel. Watch a video about SolarCity here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong>Green Mountain Power<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/greenmountainpower.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Green Mountain Power (GMP)<\/a> is a utility company that provides electricity to customers in Vermont. The company has been investing heavily in renewable energy, particularly solar power. GMP has installed several solar power projects, including a 500 kW solar array on a former landfill site and a 6 MW solar park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/y-combinator-startups-on-clean-energy-and-sustainability\/\">Y Combinator Startups on Clean Energy and Sustainability<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company has also launched several innovative solar programs, such as the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program that allows customers to connect their own battery storage systems to the grid. Watch a video about Green Mountain Power&#8217;s solar initiatives here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar energy is an essential component of the transition to a sustainable future. The United States has been making significant strides in solar energy development, and the projects mentioned above are just a few examples. The continued investment in solar energy will not only help combat climate change but will also create jobs and boost the economy. 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