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Santa Rita East is a dynamic wind power generation facility located in the United States at coordinates 31.2080, -101.1108. Operated by Invenergy Services LLC, this power plant has a capacity of 302.4 MW, making it a substantial contributor to the renewable energy sector in the region. Commissioned in 2019, Santa Rita East harnesses the power of wind through advanced onshore turbines, a technology that has rapidly gained traction as a clean energy solution. The facility plays a crucial role in the local energy mix, providing sustainable electricity that helps to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Wind energy generation is particularly significant in the context of U.S. energy policies, which are increasingly focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting renewable resources. Santa Rita East not only supports local energy needs but also demonstrates the growing viability of wind power in the national grid. Its operational capacity contributes to enhancing grid stability and reliability, showcasing the potential of wind energy as a cornerstone of a sustainable energy future in the United States.

Capacity
302.4 MW
Commissioning Year
2019

7 years old

Owner
Invenergy Services LLC
Location
31.2080°, -101.1108°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,114. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,006 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #87 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

7 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Invenergy Services LLC operates 39 plants totalling 7,983 MW

Regional density

18 plants within 100 km, 4,486 MW combined

Nearest plant: Santa Rita Wind Energy (20 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 31.208000, -101.110800
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Santa Rita East is a wind power plant producing approximately 795 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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