Overview
Altech III is an operational onshore wind farm in California, United States, with a capacity of 25.1 MW, owned by Terra-Gen Operating Co-Wind.
Altech III is an onshore wind farm located in California, United States, with a capacity of 25.1 MW. The facility is owned by Terra-Gen Operating Co-Wind and is currently operational, contributing to the state's renewable energy portfolio. The wind farm operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates a 100% clean electricity grid by 2045. Onshore wind farms of this scale are typical for distributed generation in the region, supporting grid stability and local energy needs. Altech III plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting California's transition to renewable energy. The facility's location in a windy region ensures efficient power generation, contributing to the state's ambitious renewable energy targets and providing clean electricity to the local grid.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with significant wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in California. Wind farms can have visual impacts on the landscape and potential effects on bird and bat populations, though modern siting practices aim to minimize these. The area's arid climate and low population density make it suitable for wind energy, supporting the state's renewable energy goals.
Frequently asked questions
Altech III is located in California, United States, at coordinates 33.915000, -116.555100.
Altech III has a capacity of 25.1 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
Altech III is owned by Terra-Gen Operating Co-Wind, a company specializing in renewable energy projects.
Altech III operates under the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires 100% clean electricity by 2045.
Onshore wind farms can impact local wildlife, particularly birds and bats, and may have visual effects on the landscape. However, careful siting and mitigation measures help reduce these impacts.