Overview
Howard Wind Farm is a 59.5 MW onshore wind facility in New York, USA, operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy goals under the Clean Energy Standard.
Howard Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind facility located in New York, United States, with a capacity of 59.5 megawatts. Owned and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, the facility is part of the growing wind energy sector in the region, supporting the state's transition to renewable energy sources. The facility utilizes wind turbines to generate electricity, a technology well-suited to the area's wind resources. New York's Renewable Portfolio Standard and the federal Inflation Reduction Act provide a supportive regulatory framework for wind energy, including tax incentives and mandates for renewable energy adoption. The 59.5 MW capacity places Howard Wind Farm in the medium-scale category for onshore wind in the US. Howard Wind Farm plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying the local energy mix. By generating clean electricity, it helps displace fossil fuel-based power and contributes to grid stability. The facility also supports local economic activity through jobs and land lease payments to landowners.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of New York, where wind energy development must balance land use for agriculture and natural habitats. Onshore wind farms like Howard Wind Farm can have visual impacts on the landscape and potential effects on bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these impacts. The region's wind resource is favorable for energy generation, supporting the facility's operational efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
Howard Wind Farm is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 42.315300, -77.538300.
Howard Wind Farm has a capacity of 59.5 megawatts, making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
Howard Wind Farm is owned and operated by RWE Renewables Americas LLC, a major renewable energy company.
New York's Clean Energy Standard mandates 70% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the federal Inflation Reduction Act which provides tax credits for wind energy.
Howard Wind Farm generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions, while supporting local energy independence.