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Linea's utility-scale solar projects are large (100ac+) power plants that generate electricity from sunlight using photovoltaic panels. The energy is sold to the local energy grid to serve many customers.
Projects are modeled to produce electricity for 40+ years. Panels are mounted on drive steel piles designed to withstand severe weather without concrete footers. Linea Energy is committed to the responsible decommissioning of its facilities at the end of operations, including the removal of all equipment and restoration of the land to its original condition.
Yes. Solar panels are made of silicon, glass, aluminum, copper and thermoplastic polymers, which are not hazardous. Solar plants are required to comply with building and fire safety codes.
PV panels are designed to absorb the maximum amount of energy from the sun as possible. They have an anti-glare coating that helps minimize their effects. However, in some lighting, PV panels can give off a reflection that is comparable to that off a body of water. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does not consider solar facilities a threat to pilots' vision and solar is increasingly being installed in and around airports in the US1.
Solar facilities generate very little noise, as the solar panels themselves are silent. Sound from the facilities comes from the inverters, which typically emit anywhere from 0 to 45 dB of noise, comparable to the ambient environment in a rural area. Beyond 50 ft the project should not be a disturbance even during peak hours. Additionally, because solar panels do not generate power at night, the system emits little to no noise after sundown.
Solar projects benefit local communities through the generation of domestic clean energy.consistent annual income for participating landowners, and significant contributions to local taxes. Linea is committed to being a steward of the environment in which it operates, with long-term maintenance plans that will protect the integrity of natural resources in the area.
Over the course of a project's lifetime a variety of short, deep-rooted plants, grasses, and flowers help rebuild the soil. Pollinators are often planted with solar projects and help support adjacent agricultural activities along with wildlife.
A MET system is a stand-alone technology device that is self-powered, weather resistant and provides meteorological (MET) data including solar irradiance, ambient temperature, humidity and precipitation, barometric pressure, wind speed and direction to determine the availability of solar or wind resources on a particular landsite.
Typically, 20 X 20 Foot by 6-Foot-Tall Chain link fence. If an Albedometer is added, that requires a T-Post perimeter in a 30-foot radius around the device. High-visibility tape or signage maybe used as further protection for the equipment. If livestock are present, an option is to consider using barbed wire or electric fencing.
No. So long as Linea Energy personnel and consultants have access to the site, it is not necessary for you to be present.
Linea will hire a local technician to perform regular maintenance on the MET system. The technician will clean and level the sensors. Weekly maintenance is expected. If an albedometer is installed, vegetation within a 30-foot radius will be regularly managed. If requested, Linea can facilitate communication between the landowner and technician.
The MET system is self-powered by a solar module and battery system.
The landowner is not responsible for maintaining the MET. Any problems with the MET will be identified through remote monitoring or in-person inspections. Any problem identified by the landowner should be communicated directly with Linea.
The MET is a temporary and low-impact installation. Shallow depth penetrations are needed to install anchoring for the tripod and secure the fencing. Concrete footings are not required. Vegetation will be trimmed within the fence line.
