Windy Flats Wind Project— 262.2 MW Wind
The Windy Flats Wind Project, located in the United States of America, is a significant contributor to the growing field of wind energy generation. Commissioned in 2008, this facility utilizes advanced wind turbine technology to harness the power of the wind, achieving a total capacity of 262.2 MW. Managed by Windy Flats Partners LLC, this project epitomizes the shift towards renewable energy sources in North America, aligning with national and regional energy policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix. The geographical coordinates of 45.7269, -120.8339 situate the Windy Flats Wind Project in a region known for its favorable wind conditions, maximizing energy output and efficiency. As the United States continues to invest in wind technology, the Windy Flats Wind Project stands out as a model of sustainable energy generation, contributing significantly to the local grid and supporting the transition to a cleaner energy future.
18 years old
United States of America, North America
- 1,228. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #6,533 worldwide by installed capacity
- #155 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
- 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
18 years in operation
Wind fleet average: 14.4 years
Windy Flats Partners LLC operates 1 plants totalling 262 MW
49 plants within 100 km, 11,086 MW combined
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Windy Flats Wind Project is a wind power plant producing approximately 689 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 America — Energy Profile
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