Briefing on State Route 42

State Route 42 is a 5 MW solar photovoltaic plant in New York, operated and owned by Generate Capital, and has been operational since 2025 with a reported CapEx of $2584/kW.

Overview

• Plant Name: State Route 42

• Status: Operating since 2025

• Location: New York

• Grid Interconnection: NYISO (New York)

Fleet Details

• Capacity: 5 MW

• Technology: Solar Photovoltaic (SUN plant)

• Generators: 1

• Operator: Generate Capital

Financial Profile

• Capital Expenditure (CapEx): $2584/kW (Source: eia_agg_cost)

• Ownership: Generate Capital

Contextual Landscape

• Similar Plants: Vega Community Solar, NL IL - 2000 North Road CSG, NL IL - 1875 North Road CSG

• Nearby Plants: Mongaup Falls, Swinging Bridge 2, Rio

State Route 42 represents a recent solar photovoltaic addition to the NYISO grid, aligning with Generate Capital's investment in renewable energy. Its operational status since 2025 and moderate capital expenditure per kW suggest a focused approach to solar development in the region.