Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm— 228 MW Wind
As the 1279th largest power generation facility in the United States, the Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm is an essential player in the renewable energy sector, with a capacity of 228 MW. Commissioned in 2018 and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, this wind farm contributes about 0.02% to the national energy capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Nestled in the vibrant landscape of South Texas, the Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm is part of a growing cluster of wind energy facilities that are reshaping the region's energy profile. In close proximity, the Magic Valley Wind Farm I LLC generates 203 MW, while Los Vientos Wind 1A and 1B produce 200 MW and 201.6 MW, respectively. This assembly of wind farms underlines the potential of wind energy in a country where gas remains the dominant fuel. Ranking 90th among wind plants in the U.S., Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm showcases the increasing push towards renewable energy sources, providing a clean alternative to traditional fossil fuels. With the U.S. energy landscape heavily dominated by gas plants, which number over 10,000, this wind farm stands as a beacon of a sustainable future. The facility’s location in a region with abundant wind resources highlights its role in harnessing natural energy efficiently while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As more investments flow into wind energy, Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm is poised to contribute significantly to both local and national sustainability goals, aiding in the transition to a greener energy matrix.
8 years old
United States of America, North America
- 1,330. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #6,979 worldwide by installed capacity
- #199 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
- 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
8 years in operation
Wind fleet average: 14.4 years
RWE Renewables Americas LLC operates 35 plants totalling 5,630 MW
24 plants within 100 km, 7,089 MW combined
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 599 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- 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 Profile
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