Prairie Breeze — 207 MW Wind

Prairie Breeze stands as the 1339th largest power generation facility in the United States, contributing to a diversification of renewable energy sources with its 206.5 MW capacity. Within the wind sector, it ranks 113th out of 1142 plants, indicating a solid position in a competitive field where wind energy is increasingly recognized as a viable alternative to the country’s dominant gas-powered generation. Owned and operated by SunEdison LLC and commissioned in 2014, this wind farm utilizes cutting-edge turbine technology designed to maximize energy capture from the region’s consistent wind patterns. Situated in Nebraska, Prairie Breeze is not isolated; it is part of an emerging cluster of wind energy resources. Nearby, the Upstream Wind Energy LLC facility contributes 202.5 MW, while Laredo Ridge Wind LLC, Prairie Breeze II, and other smaller wind farms enhance the local renewable energy landscape with additional capacities ranging from 35.8 MW to 79.9 MW. This collective effort reflects a regional commitment to harnessing wind energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, particularly in an area where the national average capacity per plant is approximately 137 MW, thus illustrating Prairie Breeze’s above-average output. On a national scale, the United States has a total of 10,047 power plants, with an aggregate capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Prairie Breeze’s 0.01% share of this capacity, while seemingly small, is a step toward meeting the growing demand for renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As the U.S. energy landscape continues to shift, facilities like Prairie Breeze will not only contribute to energy production but also play a crucial role in fostering sustainable economic growth and environmental stewardship.