Bison 3 Wind Energy Center is a 105 MW wind power plant located in North Dakota, United States, operated by ALLETE Inc. The facility generates electricity from wind, contributing to the state's renewable energy output since its commissioning in 2013. It ranks as the 392nd largest wind plant in the United States. With its 105 MW capacity, Bison 3 represents 0.1% of the country's total wind capacity of 105,842 MW. The United States has 1,142 wind plants with a combined capacity of 105,842 MW. Compared to the largest wind plant, Alta Wind VIII at 1,547 MW, Bison 3 is about one-seventh the size. Wind energy is increasingly important in North Dakota, where it accounts for over 25% of the state's electricity generation. The Bison 3 plant is located in a region known for its favorable wind conditions, enhancing its energy production capabilities. It is approximately 60 miles southwest of Fargo.
13 years old
United States of America, North America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
United States of America- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
United States of America — Energy ProfileWind 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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