Oaxaca II is a 102 MW wind power plant located in Mexico, operated by CFE/PIE. This facility was commissioned in 2015 and contributes to the renewable energy sector in the region. Oaxaca II ranks as the 5th largest wind plant in Mexico. With a capacity of 102 MW, it accounts for approximately 5.55% of the country's total wind capacity of 1,837 MW. Mexico has 21 wind plants with a combined capacity of 1,837 MW. Compared to the largest wind plant, Eurus Wind Farm at 250 MW, Oaxaca II is about 41% the size. Wind energy is a vital component of Mexico's renewable energy goals, supporting the transition from fossil fuels. The Oaxaca region is characterized by favorable wind conditions, making it an optimal area for wind energy production. The plant is located roughly 100 km from the city of Oaxaca.
11 years old
Mexico, North America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Mexico- Continent
- North America
- 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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