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The Tucannon River Wind Farm, located in the United States at coordinates 46.4211, -118.0269, is a prominent wind energy facility with a capacity of 266.8 MW. This wind farm plays an essential role in the energy generation landscape of the Pacific Northwest, where wind resources are abundant and increasingly utilized. The facility employs advanced onshore wind turbine technology, capturing wind energy to convert it into electricity efficiently. As part of a broader effort to transition to renewable energy sources, the Tucannon River Wind Farm significantly contributes to the local grid, providing clean energy and supporting the reduction of carbon emissions. The operational context of this wind farm aligns with national and state-level policies that encourage the development of renewable energy projects. With its commissioning in 2015, the Tucannon River Wind Farm illustrates the growing commitment of the United States to embrace wind power as a viable alternative to fossil fuels, enhancing energy security and sustainability in the region. The facility not only serves local communities but also exemplifies the potential of wind energy to play a pivotal role in the nation's energy future.

Capacity
266.8 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
Portland General Electric Co
Location
46.4211°, -118.0269°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,217. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,506 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #150 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Portland General Electric Co operates 18 plants totalling 4,109 MW

Regional density

24 plants within 100 km, 4,638 MW combined

Nearest plant: Hopkins Ridge Wind (14.9 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 46.421100, -118.026900
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Tucannon River Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 701 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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