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Lamesa Solar is a 102 MW solar power plant located in the United States of America, operated by Southern Power Co since its commissioning in 2017. The facility harnesses solar energy to produce electricity, contributing to the growing solar capacity in the country. It is the 71st largest solar plant in the United States. With 102 MW, it represents 0.25% of the country's total solar capacity of 40,823 MW. The United States has 3,289 solar plants with a combined capacity of 40,823 MW. Compared to the largest solar plant, Sandstone Solar Energy Project at 2,000 MW, Lamesa Solar is approximately 1/20th the size. Solar energy plays an increasing role in the United States energy mix, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. The plant's location in Texas, known for its high solar irradiation, enhances its efficiency. Lamesa Solar is situated approximately 80 miles west of Lubbock in the Texas Panhandle.

Capacity
102 MW
Commissioning Year
2017

9 years old

Owner
Southern Power Co
Location
32.7156°, -101.9265°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 2,092. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #9,911 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #273 of 11,042 Solar plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

9 years in operation

Solar fleet average: 10.4 years

Operator portfolio

Southern Power Co operates 47 plants totalling 12,917 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 6,311 MW combined

Nearest plant: Lamesa II (3.9 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 32.715600, -101.926500
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Lamesa Solar is a solar power plant producing approximately 161 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~41 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Solar
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

United States of AmericaEnergy Profile

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
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