Scurry County Wind II is a 120 MW wind power plant located in the United States, operated by Invenergy Services LLC since its commissioning in 2008. This facility utilizes wind energy to produce electricity, adding to the renewable energy portfolio of the country. As the 353rd largest wind plant in the United States, Scurry County Wind II accounts for 0.11% of the total wind capacity of 105,842 MW. The United States has a total of 1,142 wind plants with a combined capacity of 105,842 MW. In comparison to the largest wind plant, Alta Wind VIII at 1,547 MW, Scurry County Wind II is roughly one-seventh the size. Wind power plays an essential role in the United States' energy strategy, providing a clean alternative to fossil fuels. The country's vast landscapes are well-suited for wind energy development, contributing significantly to its renewable energy goals. The plant is situated in Scurry County, Texas, approximately 300 miles west of Fort Worth.
18 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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