United States

Grande Prairie Wind Farm — 400 MW Wind

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Grande Prairie Wind Farm is a 400 MW wind power plant located in United States of America. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
400 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2017

Year online

Owner
BHE Renewables LLC

Operator

Location
42.61, -98.43

Coordinates

Insights

#989
largest in United States of America
#59
largest Wind worldwide
#5,237
largest worldwide
2017
5 yrs newer than avg
6
operated by BHE Renewables LLC
14
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
400 MW
Commissioned
2017
Status
Operational
Owner
BHE Renewables LLC
Country
United States
Coordinates
42.608, -98.428

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
11,563 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
289,080 t

over ~25 yrs

Intensity
11 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

2,514
cars per year
1,542
homes per year
525,600
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

The Grande Prairie Wind Farm is a key player in the renewable energy sector of the United States, boasting a capacity of 400 MW since its commissioning in 2017. Operated by BHE Renewables LLC, this wind power facility embraces advanced wind turbine technology to harness the kinetic energy of wind and convert it into electricity. Located at coordinates 42.6081° N and -98.4283° W, the wind farm is situated in an area known for its favorable wind conditions, making it an optimal site for energy generation. The Grande Prairie Wind Farm plays a significant role in the local energy landscape, contributing to the regional grid and helping to meet the increasing demand for clean, sustainable energy sources. In the context of U.S. energy policy, this power plant is aligned with national goals aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting the transition to renewable energy. The significance of the Grande Prairie Wind Farm extends beyond its capacity; it also exemplifies the growing trend toward wind energy investment, highlighting the importance of diversifying the energy portfolio in the United States.

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