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Taloga Wind LLC is a noteworthy contributor to the United States' expansive energy landscape, holding the 1810th position among 10,047 power generation facilities nationwide. With a capacity of 130 MW, this wind farm is part of a growing trend towards renewable energy sources, ranking 339th among the 1,142 wind plants in the country. Located in Oklahoma, it plays an essential role in a state where natural gas remains the dominant fuel source. The facility's capacity is complemented by several nearby wind farms, including the impressive Crossroads Wind Farm at 227 MW and Mammoth Plains Wind Farm at 199 MW, highlighting a thriving cluster of wind energy production in the region. Together, these plants contribute to a robust grid that underscores Oklahoma's commitment to renewable energy. Taloga Wind LLC was commissioned in 2011 and is operated by NRG Energy Gas & Wind Holdings Inc, showcasing a modern approach to energy generation. As the U.S. continues to transition towards cleaner energy solutions, Taloga Wind LLC exemplifies the potential of wind energy in reducing carbon emissions and diversifying the national energy portfolio. Its operational success is a significant step towards achieving a more sustainable future, aligning with the national goals of increasing renewable energy share in the overall capacity of 1,386,385 MW.

Capacity
130 MW
Commissioning Year
2011

15 years old

Owner
NRG Energy Gas & Wind Holdings Inc
Location
35.8556°, -98.9683°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,861. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #8,983 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #592 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

15 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

NRG Energy Gas & Wind Holdings Inc operates 21 plants totalling 1,543 MW

Regional density

25 plants within 100 km, 4,276 MW combined

Nearest plant: Traverse Wind Project, LLC (20.1 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 35.855600, -98.968300
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Taloga Wind LLC is a wind power plant producing approximately 342 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
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