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Ranking as the 1428th largest power generation facility in the United States, Panther Creek Wind Farm Three stands out with its capacity of 199.5 MW, making it a significant contributor to the region's renewable energy landscape. This facility is part of the broader energy matrix in an area dominated by natural gas, which accounts for a large portion of the U.S. energy supply. The farm utilizes advanced wind turbine technology to harness the power of the wind, effectively contributing to the shift towards cleaner energy sources. Situated in a region that features several other noteworthy plants, Panther Creek Wind Farm Three shares the energy terrain with Capricorn Ridge Wind LLC, the largest nearby wind facility at 662.5 MW, and Rattlesnake Den, which has a capacity of 207.2 MW. With a 0.01% share of the national capacity, Panther Creek's role may seem modest, but it represents a crucial step in diversifying the energy portfolio of the area. The national energy profile indicates a total of 10,047 plants with a combined capacity of 1,386,385 MW, underscoring the need for more renewable sources as the country continues to rely heavily on gas. Owned and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, Panther Creek was commissioned in 2009, showcasing the long-term commitment to wind energy in the U.S. Looking forward, this wind farm not only aids in reducing carbon emissions but also contributes to local job creation and energy independence, reinforcing the importance of sustainable practices in the power generation sector.

Capacity
199.5 MW
Commissioning Year
2009

17 years old

Owner
RWE Renewables Americas LLC
Location
31.9925°, -101.1167°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,479. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #7,538 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #325 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

17 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

RWE Renewables Americas LLC operates 35 plants totalling 5,630 MW

Regional density

41 plants within 100 km, 7,258 MW combined

Nearest plant: Capricorn Ridge Wind LLC (10.3 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 31.992500, -101.116700
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Panther Creek Wind Farm Three is a wind power plant producing approximately 524 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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