Overview
High Lonesome Mesa LLC is a 100 MW onshore wind farm in New Mexico, USA, owned by NRG Energy Gas & Wind Holdings Inc. It contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity under the US IRA and state RPS.
High Lonesome Mesa LLC is an onshore wind farm located in New Mexico, United States, with a capacity of 100 megawatts. The facility is owned by NRG Energy Gas & Wind Holdings Inc and is currently operational, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The wind farm operates under the regulatory framework of the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and New Mexico's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which mandates 100% zero-carbon electricity by 2045. With a capacity of 100 MW, it falls into the medium-to-large scale for onshore wind in the US, typical of modern utility-scale projects. The facility plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting grid stability in the Southwest. Its location in New Mexico benefits from strong wind resources, and the project aligns with state goals for clean energy transition and economic development in rural areas.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of New Mexico, where wind energy development can impact local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. Land use for wind farms may also affect native vegetation and soil stability. However, the project supports renewable energy goals and reduces reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Frequently asked questions
High Lonesome Mesa LLC is an onshore wind farm located in New Mexico, United States, at coordinates 34.4667° N, -105.9625° W.
The facility has a capacity of 100 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale wind farm.
The wind farm is owned by NRG Energy Gas & Wind Holdings Inc.
The facility operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and New Mexico's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which targets 100% zero-carbon electricity by 2045.
Wind energy reduces greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to climate change mitigation and improved air quality.