Overview
Huerfano River Wind is an 8 MW onshore wind farm in Colorado, United States, owned by Huerfano River Wind LLC. It contributes to the state's renewable energy portfolio under the US IRA and Colorado's Renewable Portfolio Standard.
Huerfano River Wind is an operational onshore wind farm located in Colorado, United States. With a capacity of 8 MW, it is a small-scale wind facility that contributes to the region's renewable energy generation. The plant is owned by Huerfano River Wind LLC and operates in an area with favorable wind resources. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax incentives for renewable energy, and Colorado's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requiring a significant percentage of electricity from renewable sources. Onshore wind farms like Huerfano River Wind typically use multiple wind turbines to convert wind energy into electricity, feeding into the local grid. Huerfano River Wind plays a role in diversifying Colorado's energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As a small-scale wind farm, it helps meet local energy demands while minimizing land-use impact compared to larger installations. The facility supports grid stability and contributes to the state's clean energy goals.
Environmental context
The Huerfano River Wind farm is situated in a region with strong and consistent winds, making it suitable for wind energy generation. Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's small scale reduces overall land-use impact compared to larger wind farms.
Frequently asked questions
Huerfano River Wind is located in Colorado, United States, at coordinates 37.772200, -104.832200.
Huerfano River Wind has a capacity of 8 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind farm.
Huerfano River Wind is owned by Huerfano River Wind LLC.
The facility operates under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Colorado's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which promote renewable energy development.
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts and affect bird and bat populations, but proper siting and mitigation reduce these effects. They provide clean energy with no emissions.