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Twin Ridges Wind Farm is a noteworthy facility situated in the United States, ranking #1,758 among 10,047 power generation plants in the country. With a capacity of 139.4 MW, it is recognized as the 326th largest wind plant in the U.S., contributing a mere 0.01% to the national energy capacity of 1,386,385 MW, which is primarily fueled by gas. The facility, commissioned in 2013 and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, employs cutting-edge wind turbine technology to harness wind energy effectively, illustrating the shift towards renewable energy sources in a landscape still dominated by fossil fuels. Geographically, Twin Ridges is part of a competitive wind energy sector, located within proximity to several other power generation facilities. Nearby, the AES Warrior Run Cogeneration Facility (229 MW) represents a traditional energy source, while smaller wind farms like Criterion (70 MW) and Pinnacle Wind Force LLC (55.2 MW) highlight the growing trend of wind energy in the local area. The presence of these facilities underlines the importance of wind power in diversifying the energy mix in a region that still largely relies on coal and natural gas. In the broader context of the U.S. energy profile, Twin Ridges plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable energy and demonstrating the potential of wind power. As the nation seeks to reduce its carbon emissions and increase reliance on clean energy, this wind farm symbolizes the possibilities that lie ahead. It serves as a vital asset in enhancing grid reliability and supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future. The ongoing development of wind energy sources like Twin Ridges is essential for achieving national climate goals and fostering economic growth through job creation in the renewable sector.

Capacity
139.4 MW
Commissioning Year
2013

13 years old

Owner
RWE Renewables Americas LLC
Location
39.7606°, -78.8747°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,809. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #8,753 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #549 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

13 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

RWE Renewables Americas LLC operates 35 plants totalling 5,630 MW

Regional density

64 plants within 100 km, 17,602 MW combined

Nearest plant: Meyersdale Battery (11.4 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 39.760600, -78.874700
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Twin Ridges Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 366 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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