In the vast energy landscape of the United States, the Century wind farm ranks as the 1364th largest power generation facility out of an impressive 10,047 plants, with a capacity of 201.2 MW. As the 129th largest wind plant among 1,142 wind facilities in the country, Century contributes a modest 0.01% to the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW. The wind farm, commissioned in 2005 and operated by MidAmerican Energy Co, plays a crucial role in promoting renewable energy in an energy profile that predominantly relies on natural gas. The Century facility is strategically located near other wind plants such as the Whispering Willow Wind Farm - East, which has a capacity of 199.7 MW, and the Garden Wind LLC at 150 MW, showcasing a robust local wind energy cluster. Also nearby are smaller oil-fired plants like Webster City (21.3 MW) and Story City (13.9 MW), indicating a diverse mix of energy sources in the vicinity. The presence of these facilities enhances grid reliability and offers regional energy security. As the U.S. transitions toward cleaner energy sources, the Century wind farm exemplifies this shift, contributing to environmental sustainability while also providing economic benefits through job creation and investment in renewable technologies.
21 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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