Overview
Greenfield Wind - MT is a 25 MW onshore wind farm in Montana, USA, owned by Greenbacker Renewable Energy Corporation. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio.
Greenfield Wind - MT is an operational onshore wind farm located in Montana, United States. With a capacity of 25 megawatts, it represents a mid-scale wind energy project within the state's growing renewable energy sector. The facility is owned by Greenbacker Renewable Energy Corporation, a company focused on sustainable infrastructure investments. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Montana's favorable wind resources, particularly in the central and eastern regions, support the efficient operation of such facilities. The project operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes federal incentives like the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that encourage renewable energy development. Environmentally, Greenfield Wind - MT contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. The facility also supports local energy independence and provides economic benefits through job creation and land lease payments to landowners. As part of the broader U.S. wind energy landscape, it helps meet renewable energy targets and grid decarbonization goals.
Environmental context
Montana's wind energy projects like Greenfield Wind - MT operate in a region with strong and consistent wind resources, particularly in the central plains. The environmental context includes considerations for avian and bat impacts, which are typical for wind farms. Proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's operation displaces emissions from coal and natural gas plants, contributing to improved air quality and reduced carbon footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Greenfield Wind - MT is located in Montana, United States, at coordinates 47.723, -111.963.
Greenfield Wind - MT has a capacity of 25 megawatts (MW), making it a mid-scale wind farm.
Greenfield Wind - MT is owned by Greenbacker Renewable Energy Corporation, a company specializing in renewable energy investments.
Wind farms in Montana operate under U.S. federal policies like the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that promote renewable energy development.
By generating clean electricity, Greenfield Wind - MT reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Montana's renewable energy targets.