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Frontier Windpower200 MW Wind

WindRenewableVerified: Jul 2026

Frontier Windpower, commissioned in 2017, stands as a notable player in the United States' renewable energy sector, ranking 1382nd among the nation's power generation facilities. With a capacity of 200 MW, it contributes a small yet significant 0.01% to the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Located in an area characterized by strong wind resources, Frontier Windpower employs cutting-edge wind turbine technology, thereby maximizing energy production and efficiency. Within a 50 km radius, the facility is surrounded by several other energy plants, including the Sooner coal plant, which boasts a substantial 1138 MW capacity, and the Kay Wind LLC and Thunder Ranch Wind Project, contributing 299 MW and 297.8 MW respectively. This diverse mix of energy sources not only enhances local grid reliability but also underscores the ongoing transition towards renewable energy in a region traditionally dominated by fossil fuels. Frontier Windpower’s integration into this energy landscape is crucial as the United States continues to pursue a greener energy agenda. Owned and operated by Frontier Windpower LLC, the facility exemplifies the commitment to harnessing wind energy as a sustainable resource. Looking to the future, it is clear that wind facilities like Frontier Windpower will play an essential role in reducing carbon emissions and achieving national energy independence.

Capacity
200 MW
Commissioning Year
2017

9 years old

Owner
Frontier Windpower LLC
Location
36.8389°, -97.1810°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,433. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #7,393 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #283 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

9 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Frontier Windpower LLC operates 1 plants totalling 200 MW

Regional density

38 plants within 100 km, 5,824 MW combined

Nearest plant: Charles D. Lamb Energy Center (5.7 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 36.838900, -97.181000
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Frontier Windpower is a wind power plant producing approximately 526 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 AmericaEnergy Profile

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
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