Oklahoma Wind Energy Center is a 102 MW wind power plant located in Oklahoma, United States, operated by FPL Energy Oklahoma Wind LLC since its commissioning in 2003. The facility harnesses wind energy to generate electricity, contributing to the state's renewable energy portfolio. It ranks as the 408th largest wind plant in the United States. With a capacity of 102 MW, it represents 0.1% of the total wind capacity of 105,842 MW in the country. The United States has 1,142 wind plants with a combined capacity of 105,842 MW. Compared to the largest wind plant, Alta Wind VIII at 1,547 MW, this facility is approximately 6.6% the size. Wind energy is a growing sector in Oklahoma, accounting for a significant share of the state's electricity generation. The Oklahoma Wind Energy Center supports the state's commitment to renewable energy and sustainability. The facility is situated in the western region of Oklahoma, approximately 100 miles from Oklahoma City.
23 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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