Stanton Wind Energy LLC is a 120 MW wind power plant located in the United States, operated by Invenergy Services LLC since its commissioning in 2008. This facility generates electricity using wind energy, contributing to the overall capacity of wind power in the country. Ranked as the 353rd largest wind plant in the United States, Stanton Wind Energy LLC represents 0.11% of the country's total wind capacity of 105,842 MW. The United States has 1,142 wind plants with a combined capacity of 105,842 MW. Compared to the largest wind plant, Alta Wind VIII at 1,547 MW, Stanton Wind Energy LLC is approximately one-seventh the size. Wind energy is a significant component of the United States' renewable energy mix, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The country benefits from diverse wind resources across various regions, making it a leader in wind energy production. The plant is located in the western part of Texas, approximately 200 miles west of Dallas.
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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