What is the major solar projects list?

The Major Solar Projects List is a database of all ground-mounted solar projects, 1 MW and above, that are either operating, under construction or under development. The list is for informational purposes only, reflecting projects and completed milestones in the public domain.

How many solar projects are there?

There are more than 7,950 major solar projects currently in the database, representing over 340 GWdc of capacity. There are over 1,200 major energy storage projects currently in the database, representing more than 89,000 MWh of capacity. The list shows that there are more than 180 GWdc of major solar projects currently operating.

How is the list of solar projects gathered?

The information in the list was gathered from public announcements of solar projects in the form of company press releases, news releases, and, in some cases, conversations with individual developers. It is not a comprehensive list of all utility-scale projects under development.

How long does a solar project take to install?

Solar projects typically take several months from contracting to installation, but we can expect these timelines to grow as demand increases to install before December 31 and claim the 25D solar tax credit before it’s gone. Give yourself the best chance to install in 2025 and claim the 30% tax credit.

Will the 'one big beautiful Bill' end the solar tax credit?

Know These 3 Impacts of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” By Sam Wigness | Jul 3, 2025 Many homeowners are considering going solar now that Congress has passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which calls for terminating the 30% federal solar tax credit at the end of 2025.

Where can I find a list of major solar project data?

SEIA makes major solar project data available to the public through the map below. SEIA members have exclusive access to the list as a sortable, searchable MS Excel file that is updated monthly.