Overview
Breckinridge Wind Project LLC is an operational onshore wind farm in Oklahoma, United States, owned by NextEra Energy Resources. With a capacity of 98.8 MW, it contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
Breckinridge Wind Project LLC is an operational onshore wind farm located in Oklahoma, United States. Owned by NextEra Energy Resources, the facility has a capacity of 98.8 MW, positioning it as a medium-scale wind project within the U.S. renewable energy sector. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. As part of the U.S. renewable energy landscape, it operates under the regulatory framework of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Oklahoma's Renewable Portfolio Standard, which encourages the development of wind energy resources. The project plays a role in diversifying the local energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its output feeds into the regional grid, supporting Oklahoma's transition toward cleaner energy sources and contributing to national renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Breckinridge Wind Project can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's location in Oklahoma benefits from strong wind resources, making it a viable renewable energy source that displaces fossil fuel generation and reduces air pollution.
Frequently asked questions
Breckinridge Wind Project LLC is located in Oklahoma, United States, at coordinates 36.4769° N, -97.6856° W.
Breckinridge Wind Project has a capacity of 98.8 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
The facility is owned by NextEra Energy Resources Breckinridge, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, a leading renewable energy company in the United States.
Wind energy in Oklahoma benefits from the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards, which provide incentives and mandates for renewable energy development.
By generating electricity from wind, the project reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Oklahoma's clean energy transition.