United States

Western Plains Wind Farm — 281 MW Wind

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Western Plains Wind Farm is a 281 MW wind power plant located in United States of America. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
281 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2017

Year online

Owner
Evergy Kansas Central Inc

Operator

Location
37.85, -99.68

Coordinates

Insights

#1,188
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2017
5 yrs newer than avg
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operated by Evergy Kansas Central…
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plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
281 MW
Commissioned
2017
Status
Operational
Owner
Evergy Kansas Central Inc
Country
United States
Coordinates
37.855, -99.680

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
8,112 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
202,790 t

over ~25 yrs

Intensity
11 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

1,763
cars / year
1,082
homes / year
368,708
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Western Plains Wind Farm is a significant player in the United States’ renewable energy sector, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. With a capacity of 280.6 MW, this wind power plant harnesses the natural power of wind through advanced wind turbine technology, producing electricity without the emissions associated with fossil fuels. Commissioned in 2017 and operated by Evergy Kansas Central Inc, the wind farm is located at coordinates 37.8548, -99.6798, in the heart of America’s windy plains. This location is ideal for wind energy generation, capitalizing on consistent wind patterns to supply energy to the regional grid. The operational context of the Western Plains Wind Farm aligns with the broader energy policies of the United States, which are increasingly focused on expanding renewable energy sources to combat climate change and enhance energy independence. By integrating wind power into its energy mix, the facility plays a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable practices. The energy generated by the Western Plains Wind Farm not only supports local communities but also contributes to the overall resilience of the grid, demonstrating the importance of wind energy in the national energy landscape.

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