United States

Buffalo Dunes Wind Project — 250 MW Wind

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

Capacity
250 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2014

Year online

Owner
Buffalo Dunes Wind Project LLC

Operator

Location
37.62, -101.08

Coordinates

Insights

#1,269
largest in United States of America
#175
largest Wind worldwide
#6,723
largest worldwide
2014
2 yrs newer than avg
1
operated by Buffalo Dunes Wind…
15
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
250 MW
Commissioned
2014
Status
Operational
Owner
Buffalo Dunes Wind Project LLC
Country
United States
Coordinates
37.621, -101.076

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
7,221 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
180,530 t

over ~25 yrs

Intensity
11 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

1,570
cars per year
963
homes per year
328,237
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

The Buffalo Dunes Wind Project is an important component of the United States’ renewable energy landscape, particularly in the wind energy sector. Located at coordinates 37.6208, -101.0761, this wind farm has an impressive capacity of 249.8 MW and was commissioned in 2014. The facility utilizes advanced onshore wind turbine technology, which converts wind energy into electricity with minimal environmental impact. Situated in a region known for its favorable wind conditions, the Buffalo Dunes Wind Project contributes significantly to the local energy grid and supports Kansas’s commitment to increasing the share of renewable energy in its energy mix. The project is operated by Buffalo Dunes Wind Project LLC, which focuses on maximizing the efficiency and output of the facility. Kansas has been proactive in implementing energy policies that promote wind energy development, recognizing the state’s vast wind resources as a key asset in achieving its renewable energy goals. The Buffalo Dunes Wind Project not only provides clean energy to the region but also plays a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with national efforts to transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

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