As the 1344th largest power generation facility in the United States, Bright Stalk Wind Farm I stands out with its impressive capacity of 205.2 MW, marking it as the 117th largest wind plant in the nation. This facility, operated by Lexington Chenoa Wind Farm LLC and commissioned in 2020, plays a pivotal role in the regional energy landscape, contributing to the growing reliance on renewable energy sources. The wind farm utilizes advanced turbine technology to harness the power of the wind efficiently, converting kinetic energy into clean electricity. Situated in a region that includes notable nearby facilities such as the Streator Cayuga Ridge South Wind Farm (300 MW), and the Gibson City Energy Center (270 MW), Bright Stalk Wind Farm I finds itself in a vibrant energy cluster. The nearby Blackstone Wind Farm II LLC (200 MW), Minonk Wind Farm (200 MW), and High Trail Wind Farm LLC (198 MW) further enhance the area’s wind energy capacity, creating a robust renewable energy profile. Despite its relatively small share of only 0.01% of the national capacity, this facility contributes significantly to the regional grid, helping to diversify energy sources in a country where natural gas predominates. The United States boasts a total capacity of 1,386,385 MW across 10,047 plants. Bright Stalk Wind Farm I, while ranked low nationally, remains a crucial component in the transition towards a more sustainable energy future. As the nation continues to explore renewable energy options, the significance of facilities like Bright Stalk cannot be understated. The wind farm not only provides economic benefits to the local community through job creation and investment but also plays a part in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
6 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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