The Shannon Wind facility ranks as the 1346th largest power generation facility in the United States, contributing a capacity of 204 MW to the national grid. As the 119th largest wind plant among 1142 wind facilities in the country, it holds a unique position in a landscape where natural gas remains the dominant fuel source. Commissioned in 2016 and operated by Shannon Wind LLC, this wind farm accounts for approximately 0.01% of the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW. The technology employed at Shannon Wind harnesses wind energy efficiently, showcasing the potential of renewable sources even in regions where fossil fuels predominate. Geographically, Shannon Wind is surrounded by a mix of energy generation types, including the Jack County natural gas plant with a capacity of 1280 MW and the Graham facility, which produces 634.7 MW of gas power. Additionally, the wind energy ecosystem nearby includes the Trinity Hills Wind project at 225 MW, the Bobcat Bluff Wind Project LLC (161 MW), and Senate Wind LLC (150 MW). This cluster of facilities illustrates the diversification of energy sources in the region and underscores the importance of wind energy in achieving a balanced energy mix. Despite its relatively small share of national capacity, Shannon Wind’s existence is integral to the U.S. energy strategy, as it supports the transition towards renewable energy sources. With increasing attention to environmental sustainability, the role of facilities like Shannon Wind will become more critical in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting energy independence in the future.
10 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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