9.5 MW generation in Buncombe, NC · In queue since December 2016 · Proposed COD March 2026
9.5 MW
Capacity
1
Components
Solar
9y 3m
In Queue
IA Executed
IA Status
COD target: 2026
Total Duration
9y 3m
Interconnection request submitted to ISO/RTO
Project undergoes interconnection studies to assess grid impact.
Typical: 18–36 months
Interconnection agreement executed — binding commitment to build
Typical: 30–60 days (negotiation)
Project under construction
Typical: 12–24 months
Proposed COD: 2026-03-31
State
NC
County
Buncombe
Region
Southeast
Developer
Duke Energy Progress, LLC
Utility
Duke Energy Progress
Entity
Duke
Point of Interconnection
Asheville Energy Complex
Data Source
LBNL
Duke Energy Progress, LLC, Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Notice of Application of Transfer of License and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests
Duke Energy Progress, LLC; Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Notice of Application of Transfer of License and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests
Duke Energy Progress, LLC; Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Notice of Application of Transfer of License and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests
Duke Energy Progress, LLC; Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC; Notice of Application of Transfer of License and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests
Last updated 2026-03-25