Settlers Trail Wind Farm LLC— 150.4 MW Wind
Settlers Trail Wind Farm LLC, with a capacity of 150.4 MW, ranks as the 1656th largest power generation facility in the United States. Notably, it occupies the 263rd position among the 1142 wind plants within the country, representing only 0.01% of the national energy capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Commissioned in 2011 and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, this facility exemplifies modern wind energy technology that converts wind flow into electricity through advanced turbine systems. Located in a region with a robust wind energy presence, Settlers Trail is surrounded by several other significant wind farms, such as the Fowler Ridge Wind Farm LLC, which boasts a capacity of 600.3 MW, and Meadow Lake Wind Farm VI LLC at 200.4 MW. This clustering of wind facilities underscores the region's commitment to harnessing renewable energy sources and highlights the competitive landscape of wind energy generation. While the U.S. energy profile is dominated by natural gas, the incremental contributions of wind farms like Settlers Trail are crucial for diversifying the energy mix and enhancing sustainability efforts. The facility's share of national capacity may be modest, but its operational impact is significant in promoting clean energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. As the country continues to transition toward a more renewable-focused energy strategy, Settlers Trail Wind Farm stands as a testament to the growing importance of wind energy in achieving environmental goals and fostering economic development through green jobs.
15 years old
United States of America, North America
- 1,707. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #8,351 worldwide by installed capacity
- #444 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
15 years in operation
Wind fleet average: 14.4 years
RWE Renewables Americas LLC operates 35 plants totalling 5,630 MW
73 plants within 100 km, 21,041 MW combined
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Settlers Trail Wind Farm LLC is a wind power plant producing approximately 395 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 America — Energy Profile
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