Broadview Energy KW LLC stands out as the 1736th largest power generation facility in the United States, with a capacity of 142.6 MW. This wind plant, commissioned in 2017, accounts for a mere 0.01% of the national capacity, reflecting the sheer scale of the U.S. energy landscape, which boasts over 10,000 plants and a total capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Within the wind sector, Broadview Energy is ranked 322nd of 1142 wind plants, indicating its role in the growing renewable energy movement in a country where gas remains the dominant fuel source. The facility utilizes modern wind turbine technology, which transforms kinetic energy from wind into electricity, contributing to cleaner energy solutions. Located near several other wind plants, such as the Grady Wind Energy Center (220.5 MW) and Broadview Energy JN LLC (181.7 MW), Broadview Energy is part of a burgeoning wind energy cluster that enhances regional energy security. This cluster not only optimizes resource use by harnessing the area’s favorable wind conditions but also exemplifies the shift towards renewable energy sources in the U.S. grid. The operator, Pattern Operators LP, has been a key player in the renewable sector, driving advancements in wind capacity. Broadview Energy's generation capacity, while modest, plays a significant role in diversifying the energy matrix and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. As the U.S. continues to pursue ambitious renewable energy targets, facilities like Broadview Energy will be essential in shaping a sustainable energy future.
9 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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