Foundation Cemex Madison Onshore Wind Farm | California Renewable Energy Facility

Foundation Cemex Madison is an onshore wind farm located in California, United States, with a capacity of 1 MW. The facility is owned by Foundation CA Fund V Manager LLC and is currently operational, adding to the region's renewable energy generation. The wind farm operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes federal incentives such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) targeting 60% renewable energy by 2030. Onshore wind technology is a mature and widely deployed renewable energy source in the state, benefiting from favorable wind resources and supportive policies. As a small-scale wind facility, Foundation Cemex Madison contributes to local grid diversification and supports California's transition to a low-carbon energy system. Its operation aligns with state goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase renewable energy capacity, though its individual impact is modest compared to larger wind farms in the region.

California's Central Valley, where the facility is located, features agricultural landscapes and occasional wind resources suitable for small-scale wind energy. Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts and affect bird and bat populations, though smaller facilities like this one typically have a reduced ecological footprint. The region's grid integration challenges are mitigated by the plant's modest capacity.