Located in the heart of Texas, the Stella Wind Farm ranks as the 1365th largest power generation facility in the United States, with a capacity of 201 MW. As the 130th largest wind plant among the nation’s 1,142 wind facilities, it contributes a mere 0.01% to the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Commissioned in 2019 and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, the Stella Wind Farm is part of a rapidly growing sector of renewable energy in a country where natural gas remains the dominant fuel source. The facility benefits from its strategic location near a multitude of other wind energy installations, such as Pattern Gulf Wind (283.2 MW) and Bruennings Breeze Wind Farm (228 MW), creating a significant wind energy cluster in the region. This synergy not only maximizes energy production but also enhances grid stability and reliability in the local area. The presence of neighboring plants like Penascal Wind Power LLC and Penascal II Wind Project LLC, each with capacities close to 201 MW, reinforces the area’s commitment to renewable energy development. As the energy landscape evolves, the Stella Wind Farm is set to play an increasingly vital role in Texas's energy future, driving economic growth while contributing to the nation’s renewable energy targets.
7 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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