Knockacummer 1 is an 87 MW wind power plant in Ireland, operated by Brookfield Renewable Energy and commissioned in 2013. It represents 6.76% of Ireland's total wind capacity of 1,287 MW. Ranked #1 of 38 wind plants in Ireland, Knockacummer 1 is the largest wind facility in the country at 87 MW, making it equal to its own capacity. Nearby plants within 50 km include Moneypoint power station (915 MW, Coal), Tarbert (488 MW, Oil), and Sealrock (Aughinish CHP) (166 MW, Gas). The facility is located in County Kerry, approximately 50 km from the city of Tralee.
13 years old
Ireland, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Ireland- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Wind power generation harnesses the kinetic energy of wind to produce electricity, making it one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources globally. This process begins with wind turbines, which consist of large blades mounted on a tower. As the wind blows, it causes the blades to rotate, transforming the wind's kinetic energy into mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is then converted into electrical energy through a generator connected to the turbine. The efficiency of wind turbines has significantly improved over the past decades, with modern designs capable of generating power even at low wind speeds.
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