Mount Signal Solar Farm V

2011
2011
Project Development BeganSource
8minutenergy began developing Mount Signal 3.
2014
2014
Power-Purchase Agreement ExecutedSource
Southern California Edison and 8minutenergy signed a long-term power-purchase agreement for the project's renewable output.
2017
2017
Construction contracting and procurementSource
8minutenergy had completed procurement and construction contracts; Mortenson Construction was appointed as engineering, procurement, and construction contractor, with construction planned for completion by the end of 2018.
Jul 11, 2017
Jul 11, 2017
Equity Acquisition AnnouncedSource
Capital Dynamics announced the acquisition of Mount Signal 3's equity interests from 8minutenergy. The transaction consideration was not disclosed, and 8minutenergy remained the project developer.
Aug 28, 2017
Aug 28, 2017
Financial CloseSource
Capital Dynamics announced financial close on the project. The financing included an institutional note, tax equity, construction-financing roles, and letters of credit.
Nov 2018
Nov 2018
Generator enters operationEIA-860
EIA-860 lists generator MTSG3 with this operating date.

Sources

PublisherReferenceType

U.S. Energy Information AdministrationEIA-860 generator inventoryFederal registry

U.S. Energy Information AdministrationEIA-923 generation filingsFederal filing

efiling.energy.ca.govGovernment public recordregulatory

Common questions about Mount Signal Solar Farm V

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How big is Mount Signal Solar Farm V?

Mount Signal Solar Farm V has a reported capacity of 252.3 MW. Source: EIA Form 860.

What kind of plant is Mount Signal Solar Farm V?

Mount Signal Solar Farm V is a Solar Photovoltaic facility in Imperial County, CA, participating in the CAISO market.

Where is Mount Signal Solar Farm V located?

Mount Signal Solar Farm V is in Imperial County, CA, inside the CAISO balancing area.

Who operates Mount Signal Solar Farm V?

Mount Signal Solar Farm V is operated by Imperial Valley Solar 3, LLC according to the EIA generator inventory. Reporting membership does not by itself establish ultimate ownership.

How much electricity does Mount Signal Solar Farm V generate?

Mount Signal Solar Farm V reported 642.6 GWh over the twelve months to 2026-04. Figures are net generation as filed to EIA-923.

Where does Mount Signal Solar Farm V connect to the grid?

Mount Signal Solar Farm V interconnects at Mountain Signal 1 substation, on the San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) system.

How does Mount Signal Solar Farm V compare to other plants?

By capacity, Mount Signal Solar Farm V ranks #73 of 7,234 operating plants of the same technology nationally. It ranks #15 of 939 in CA.

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