Overview
Green Power I is an operational onshore wind farm in the United States, owned by FPL Energy Green Power, with a capacity of 16.5 MW.
Green Power I is an onshore wind farm located in the United States, owned and operated by FPL Energy Green Power. The facility is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy portfolio with a capacity of 16.5 MW, positioning it as a small-scale wind installation within the sector. The wind farm utilizes wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, a technology well-established in the U.S. renewable energy landscape. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. renewable energy sector, which includes federal incentives such as the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that drive demand for wind energy. Green Power I plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. Its output is fed into the local grid, supporting regional clean energy goals. The facility's location in a windy area optimizes energy production, contributing to the broader transition toward sustainable energy sources.
Environmental context
Wind farms like Green Power I can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations through collisions with turbine blades. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize these ecological effects. The facility's operation also supports reduced air pollution and water usage compared to conventional power plants.
Frequently asked questions
Green Power I is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 33.9014° N, -116.7167° W.
Green Power I has a capacity of 16.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale wind farm.
Green Power I is owned by FPL Energy Green Power.
Wind farms in the U.S. benefit from federal incentives like the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and are subject to state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that mandate a certain percentage of electricity from renewable sources.
Wind farms can have visual impacts and pose risks to birds and bats. However, they produce no air emissions or water pollution, contributing to cleaner energy generation.