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The Sherbino I Wind Farm, with its 150 MW capacity, holds a noteworthy position as the 1660th largest power generation facility in the United States. This wind farm, operated by Sherbino Mesa I Windfarm LLC and commissioned in 2008, contributes to the growing trend of renewable energy adoption in a country where gas dominates the energy landscape. As one of the 1142 wind plants in the U.S., Sherbino I ranks 267th in the wind sector, indicating its role in the broader context of wind energy development. The facility employs state-of-the-art wind turbine technology that optimizes energy capture from prevailing winds, thereby supporting the grid while reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Located within proximity to several other renewable and conventional power generation facilities, including the King Mountain Wind Ranch 1 (278 MW) and various solar plants like Buckthorn Westex (202 MW), Sherbino I is part of a vibrant energy cluster. This regional synergy enhances the reliability and resilience of the electricity supply while enabling the integration of various energy sources. Although Sherbino I's share of the national capacity is only 0.01%, it exemplifies the incremental yet vital contributions of wind energy to the overall energy matrix. With the U.S. having a total capacity of 1,386,385 MW, the facility’s output plays an essential role in diversifying the energy sources available in Texas, an area traditionally dominated by oil and gas. Sherbino I's existence underscores the potential for wind energy to complement existing generation sources, helping to transition the state towards a more sustainable energy future. As the energy landscape continues to evolve, the significance of facilities like Sherbino I will only grow, helping to mitigate climate change impacts while fostering economic opportunities through renewable energy investment.

Capacity
150 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
Sherbino Mesa I Windfarm LLC
Location
30.8073°, -102.3556°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,711. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #8,356 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #449 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

18 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Sherbino Mesa I Windfarm LLC operates 1 plants totalling 150 MW

Regional density

19 plants within 100 km, 2,889 MW combined

Nearest plant: Wind Farms (12.3 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 30.807300, -102.355600
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Sherbino I Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 394 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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