Overview
Grande Prairie Wind Farm is a 400 MW onshore wind facility in Nebraska, USA, owned by BHE Renewables. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA framework.
Grande Prairie Wind Farm is a large-scale onshore wind energy facility located in Nebraska, United States. With a capacity of 400 megawatts, it ranks among the significant wind projects in the region, supporting the country's transition to clean energy. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Nebraska's Renewable Portfolio Standards. Onshore wind technology is well-established in the US, with Nebraska having substantial wind potential. The plant's 400 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category, typical for modern wind farms in the Great Plains. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. It also supports local grid stability and provides economic benefits through land lease payments to landowners. The project aligns with national goals for renewable energy expansion.
Environmental context
The Grande Prairie Wind Farm is situated in Nebraska's agricultural landscape, where wind energy development coexists with farming. Onshore wind farms can impact bird and bat populations through collisions, but proper siting and mitigation measures help reduce these risks. The facility's large capacity aids in grid integration of renewable energy, supporting regional decarbonization.
Frequently asked questions
Grande Prairie Wind Farm is located in Nebraska, United States, at coordinates 42.6081, -98.4283.
Grande Prairie Wind Farm has a capacity of 400 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale onshore wind facility.
Grande Prairie Wind Farm is owned by BHE Renewables, LLC, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy.
The US Inflation Reduction Act provides tax credits and incentives for renewable energy projects, including wind farms, reducing costs and encouraging investment in clean energy infrastructure.
Onshore wind farms generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and contribute to energy independence. They also provide economic benefits to rural communities through land leases.