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Ranking as the 1330th largest power generation facility in the United States, Ninnescah Wind Energy LLC represents a key asset in the wind energy sector. With a capacity of 208.3 MW, it is positioned as the 109th largest wind plant among 1,142 wind facilities nationwide. Commissioned in 2017, Ninnescah Wind Energy harnesses the powerful winds of Kansas to produce clean and renewable electricity, contributing significantly to the state's energy mix. Utilizing state-of-the-art wind turbine technology, this facility plays a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability in the region. Ninnescah Wind Energy is part of a larger wind energy cluster in Kansas, with several nearby plants enhancing the regional capacity. Notable facilities within 50 km include Flat Ridge 2 Wind Energy LLC, which has a substantial capacity of 470.4 MW, and Pratt Wind LLC, generating 243.5 MW. Other nearby plants include Kingman Wind (214.8 MW), Flat Ridge Wind Farm (50 MW), and Flat Ridge Wind Energy LLC (49.7 MW). This tight-knit network of wind farms not only supports local energy needs but also emphasizes Kansas's commitment to renewable energy, helping to shape a more sustainable future. In the broader context of the national energy profile, the U.S. is home to 10,047 power generation plants, with a total capacity of 1,386,385 MW, where gas is the dominant fuel. Ninnescah Wind Energy’s contribution of 0.02% to the national capacity may seem small, yet it represents a growing trend towards renewable energy adoption across the country. Owned and operated by Ninnescah Wind Energy LLC, this facility underscores the increasing importance of wind energy in achieving energy independence and environmental sustainability. As the U.S. energy landscape evolves, Ninnescah Wind Energy illustrates how wind generation can play a pivotal role in meeting the demands of a modern energy economy, fostering both environmental benefits and economic growth for the community.

Capacity
208.3 MW
Commissioning Year
2017

9 years old

Owner
Ninnescah Wind Energy LLC
Location
37.5867°, -98.5793°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,381. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #7,279 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #231 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

Ninnescah Wind Energy LLC operates 1 plants totalling 208 MW

Regional density

21 plants within 100 km, 2,002 MW combined

Nearest plant: Pratt (15.4 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 37.586700, -98.579300
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Ninnescah Wind Energy LLC is a wind power plant producing approximately 547 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
GasCoalNuclearWind
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