Overview
EDF Renewable Windfarm V Inc is an operational onshore wind farm in California, United States, with a capacity of 15.5 MW, contributing to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
EDF Renewable Windfarm V Inc is an onshore wind farm located in California, United States. With a capacity of 15.5 MW, it is a small-scale wind facility that supports the state's renewable energy goals. The plant is owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings Inc. and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) targeting 60% renewable energy by 2030. Onshore wind farms like this one typically use turbines to convert wind energy into electricity, contributing to grid decarbonization. This wind farm plays a role in California's clean energy transition, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and diversify the energy mix. Its location in the state benefits from favorable wind resources, supporting local electricity supply and environmental sustainability.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect bird and bat populations through collisions. However, modern turbine designs and siting practices aim to minimize these effects. The facility's location in California, a state with strong renewable energy policies, supports the reduction of fossil fuel dependence and associated emissions.
Frequently asked questions
EDF Renewable Windfarm V Inc is located in California, United States, at coordinates 38.1167, -121.8333.
The facility has a capacity of 15.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale onshore wind farm.
The plant is owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings Inc., a subsidiary of EDF Renewables.
The facility operates under US federal policies like the Inflation Reduction Act and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard, which mandate increasing renewable energy generation.
By generating clean electricity from wind, the facility helps California reduce carbon emissions and meet its target of 60% renewable energy by 2030.