Overview
Green Pastures Wind I is a 150 MW onshore wind farm in Texas, USA, owned by Green Pastures Wind I LLC. The facility is operational and contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity.
Green Pastures Wind I is an onshore wind farm located in Texas, United States, with a capacity of 150 megawatts. The facility is owned and operated by Green Pastures Wind I LLC and is currently operational. This scale places it as a medium-to-large wind installation within the US wind sector. The wind farm utilizes wind turbines to generate electricity, a common technology in the region. Texas is a leading state for wind energy, benefiting from the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that encourage renewable energy development. The facility's capacity of 150 MW is typical for modern wind projects in the area. Green Pastures Wind I plays a role in diversifying the local energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Wind farms in Texas often support rural economies through land lease payments and job creation. The facility contributes to grid stability and helps meet renewable energy targets set by state and federal policies.
Environmental context
The wind farm is located in a region with strong wind resources, typical for Texas plains. Onshore wind farms can impact local bird and bat populations, though modern siting practices aim to minimize these effects. The facility's operation displaces fossil fuel generation, contributing to reduced air pollution and carbon emissions in the region.
Frequently asked questions
Green Pastures Wind I is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 33.6282, -99.4112.
Green Pastures Wind I has a capacity of 150 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large onshore wind farm.
Green Pastures Wind I is owned by Green Pastures Wind I LLC.
Wind energy in Texas benefits from the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which encourage renewable energy development.
Onshore wind farms can impact bird and bat populations and require careful siting. They also reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation.