Com Adam 1WF-1 Onshore Wind Farm | United States Renewable Energy Facility

Com Adam 1WF-1 is an onshore wind farm located in the United States, specifically at coordinates 41.660300, -89.249700. Owned by FPC Services Inc., the facility is operational and has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-scale wind category. This facility is part of the broader expansion of wind energy in the U.S., supported by federal incentives such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). The technical specifications of Com Adam 1WF-1 include a capacity of 5 MW, typical for smaller wind projects that often serve local communities or industrial users. The facility uses wind as its primary fuel, converting kinetic energy into electricity. In the U.S., onshore wind farms like this one benefit from production tax credits (PTC) and investment tax credits (ITC) under the IRA, which have driven significant growth in wind capacity across the country. Environmentally, the facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. Its small scale minimizes land-use impact compared to larger wind farms, though it still requires consideration of local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. The electricity generated supports grid stability and renewable energy targets, aligning with the U.S. goal of achieving 100% clean electricity by 2035.

The facility operates in a region with a mix of agricultural and rural land uses, typical for onshore wind development. Wind farms can impact local bird and bat populations through collisions, but proper siting and mitigation measures help reduce these risks. The small capacity of 5 MW limits the overall land footprint and visual impact, making it suitable for integration into the local landscape.