Mesquite Solar 1
39903 W. Elliot Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354Plant Summary Information
Mesquite Solar 1 is ranked #45 out of 176 power plants in Arizona in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Mesquite Solar 1 generated 80.8 GWh during the 3-month period between September 2025 to December 2025.
| Plant Name | Mesquite Solar 1 |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | RWE Clean Energy |
| Location | Maricopa County, AZ |
| Initial Operation Date | November 2011 |
| Last Update | Dec 2025 |
| Annual Generation | 392.2 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 1.4 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #1,646 out of 13,081 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #197 out of 7,015 Solar Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #45 out of 176 Arizona Power Plants | |
| Ranked #17 out of 121 Arizona Solar Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Solar |
| Previous Operators |
Mesquite Solar 1, LLC (2013 to 2017) Consolidated Edison Development Inc. (2018 to 2024) RWE Clean Energy (2025 to 2025) |
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Mesquite Solar 1 Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Mesquite Solar 1 (57707) |
| Plant Address | 39903 W. Elliot Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354 |
| Utility | RWE Clean Energy (67192) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 33.34183, -112.90403 |
| Generation Dates on File | Nov 2011 to Dec 2025 |
| Initial Operation Date | November 2011 |
| Annual Generation | 392.2 GWh |
| Fuel Types | Solar |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | No |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | Yes |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Docket Number | 11-116 |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | California Independent System Operator (CISO) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | |
| Ash Impoundment | |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Salt River Project (16572) AZ |
| Grid Voltage | 500.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
Generator 1 Details Operating November 2011
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2011 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22.5 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 3 Details Operating December 2011
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 10 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 10 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 10 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | December 2011 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 14.1 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 2 Details Operating January 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | January 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22.5 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 10 Details Operating October 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 12 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 12 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 12 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 15.2 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 11 Details Operating October 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22.5 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 8 Details Operating October 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 12 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 12 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 12 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 15.6 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 9 Details Operating October 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 12 Details Operating December 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | December 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22.5 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 4 Details Operating May 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | May 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22.5 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 5 Details Operating June 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | June 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 22.5 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 6 Details Operating August 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 8 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 8 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 8 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | August 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 11.3 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Generator 7 Details Operating September 2012
| Technology | Solar Photovoltaic |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Photovoltaic |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| RTO ISO LMP Node Designation | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| RTO ISO Location Designation For Reporting Wholesale Sales Data | MSOLAR_2_SOLAR1 |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 16 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
|---|---|
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | September 2012 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Solar |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Solar Details | |
| Fixed Tilt | Yes |
|---|---|
| Azimuth Angle | 180 |
| Tilt Angle | 20 |
| DC Net Capacity | 21.9 MW |
| Crystalline Silicon | Yes |
| Net Metering Agreement | No |
| Virtual Net Metering Agreement | No |
Mesquite Solar 1 Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
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