United States

Palo Duro Wind — 250 MW Wind

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Palo Duro Wind is a 250 MW wind power plant located in United States of America. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
250 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2015

Year online

Owner
Palo Duro Wind

Operator

Location
36.24, -101.00

Coordinates

Insights

#1,267
largest in %s
#173
largest %s worldwide
#6,720
largest worldwide
2015
%d yrs newer than avg
1
operated by %s
29
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
250 MW
Commissioned
2015
Status
Operational
Owner
Palo Duro Wind
Country
United States
Coordinates
36.244, -101.001

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
7,224 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
180,603 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
11 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

1,570
cars / year
963
homes / year
328,369
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

Palo Duro Wind is a significant addition to the renewable energy infrastructure in the United States, featuring a capacity of 249.9 MW. Commissioned in 2015, this wind power generation facility utilizes state-of-the-art onshore turbine technology to harness the abundant wind resources in its region. Located at coordinates 36.2439, -101.0014, Palo Duro Wind is strategically situated to capitalize on consistent wind patterns, making it an essential contributor to the local and national energy grid. The facility plays a critical role in advancing the U.S. energy transition, particularly as the nation seeks to increase its reliance on renewable energy sources. Wind energy not only helps to reduce carbon emissions but also supports energy independence by diversifying the energy mix. The operational context of Palo Duro Wind is closely aligned with national energy policies that aim to promote sustainable energy generation and reduce the environmental impact of power production. The facility is operated with a commitment to efficiency and sustainability, exemplifying the potential of wind power to provide clean energy solutions. As part of the growing trend of wind energy development in the United States, Palo Duro Wind reinforces the importance of renewable resources in achieving long-term energy goals.

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