☀ Solar Power Plants in Alaska
Alaska operates 1 solar power plant totaling 6 MW of nameplate capacity. Annual generation: 46 MWh.
Utility-scale solar farms convert sunlight directly into electricity using photovoltaic panels. They produce zero direct emissions and have no fuel cost, but generation is variable — peaking at midday and falling to zero at night. Capacity factors typically run 18–28% in good locations.
Plants1operating
Capacity6 MWnameplate
Generation46 MWhannual
All Alaska solar plants
| Plant | City | County | Capacity | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Solar | Houston | Matanuska Susitna County | 6 MW | Energy 49, Llc |