Overview
Cuming County Renewables LLC is a 2.5 MW onshore wind farm in Nebraska, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Cuming County Renewables LLC is an onshore wind farm located in Nebraska, United States, with a capacity of 2.5 MW. As a small-scale wind facility, it plays a role in diversifying the local energy mix and supporting state-level renewable portfolio standards. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Nebraska has a voluntary RPS goal, and wind energy is a key component of the state's renewable energy growth. The 2.5 MW capacity places this plant in the small-scale category for onshore wind, typical for community or distributed generation projects. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its relatively small scale minimizes visual and land-use impacts, while modern turbine designs help mitigate bird and bat interactions. The facility supports local energy independence and aligns with broader national goals for clean energy expansion.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in Nebraska, a state with significant wind resources. Onshore wind farms like this one can have visual impacts on the landscape and potential effects on bird and bat populations, though modern siting and technology reduce these risks. The facility's small capacity limits its overall environmental footprint while contributing to renewable energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
Cuming County Renewables LLC is located in Nebraska, United States, at coordinates 42.02, -96.8618.
The wind farm has a capacity of 2.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale onshore wind facility.
The facility is owned by Cuming County Renewables. LLC.
Wind farms in Nebraska operate under the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act and state-level policies, including a voluntary Renewable Portfolio Standard that encourages renewable energy development.
Small wind farms like this have minimal visual and land-use impacts. Modern turbines are designed to reduce bird and bat collisions, and the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by generating clean electricity.