Solar Zone

Innovation
Under the Sun

The Solar Zone at UA Tech Park is one of the largest multi-technology solar demonstration sites at the grid level in the U.S., providing an ideal environment for testing and advancing solar innovations under Tucson’s abundant sunshine.

Power Generation

The sun shines eighty-five percent of the year in Tucson, making the Solar Zone at UA Tech Park the perfect place for testing, evaluation and demonstration of solar technologies and systems. The site is designed to generate 25 megawatts of power each day which is nearly twice the daily electrical consumption of the Tech Park and enough to power the homes of more than 4,600 TEP residential consumers for a year.

Seamless Access

Plug directly into the University of Arizona research expertise, talented graduates and student interns.

Raw Material

Our Southern Arizona location offers high solar irradiance and year-round sunlight ideal for solar energy production.

Strategy Assistance

Support in developing strategies including business plans, market analysis, marketing and operations.

Dedicated Workspace

Access to semi-private offices equipped with desks, chairs, and other office essentials, providing a focused work environment.

Abundant Space

Our expansive site enables side-by-side testing of multiple technologies under identical conditions.

Connect with Experts

The University of Arizona is internationally recognized as an expert in the solar and renewable energy industries.

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Power generated is directly fed into the grid.

Helping to expand renewable energy resources in Southern Arizona by delivering clean, solar-generated power straight into the regional grid. This is supporting community growth, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to a more sustainable energy future for the region.

Pioneers of Clean Power
Operating at the UA Tech Park

At the UA Tech Park’s Solar Zone, renewable energy companies are not only generating clean power, they’re shaping the future. This dynamic platform enables industry leaders to collaborate, test emerging technologies and scale real-world solutions. Surrounded by world-class research, abundant sunshine and a thriving innovation ecosystem, these companies are demonstrating what’s possible when cutting-edge technology meets a deep commitment to sustainability.

Arzon Solar

Deriva Energy | Gato Montes

Iron Horse Energy Storage & Solar

UA Tech Park Solar

Tucson Electric Power | Solon

Tucson Electric Power | Solon (Bright Tucson Community Solar)

Other renewable energy companies
operating in the UA TECH at the solar zone

Dimensional Energy

Dimensional Energy’s Tucson Technology Center develops technology that transforms captured carbon dioxide into fossil-free waxes and synthetic hydrocarbons used to make fuels and everyday products. At this facility, the company advances its carbon utilization process, integrating renewable energy to create sustainable, market-ready solutions.

GEOST

Rocket Lab designs and delivers cutting-edge ground and space-based sensor payloads along with complete mission support solutions. Their expertise spans from developing advanced sensing technologies to providing end-to-end integration and operational support for a wide range of space applications.