Overview
Jericho Rise Wind Farm LLC is an operational onshore wind farm in New York, United States, with a capacity of 77.7 MW, contributing to the state's renewable energy goals.
Jericho Rise Wind Farm LLC is an operational onshore wind farm located in New York, United States. With a capacity of 77.7 MW, it represents a medium-scale wind energy facility within the state's renewable energy portfolio. The farm is owned by Jericho Rise Wind Farm LLC and contributes to the region's clean energy generation. The facility utilizes wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, a common technology for onshore wind farms. New York's renewable energy landscape is shaped by the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) and the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provide incentives and targets for wind energy development. The plant's capacity aligns with typical medium-scale wind projects in the region. Jericho Rise Wind Farm plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting New York's goal of 70% renewable electricity by 2030. Its operation helps diversify the local energy mix and provides clean power to the grid, contributing to energy independence and environmental sustainability.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Jericho Rise can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect bird and bat populations through collisions. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize these effects. The facility's location in New York also involves grid integration challenges, as wind power variability requires balancing with other sources.
Frequently asked questions
Jericho Rise Wind Farm is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 44.8889° N, -74.1033° W.
Jericho Rise Wind Farm has a capacity of 77.7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
Jericho Rise Wind Farm is owned by Jericho Rise Wind Farm LLC.
New York's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) targets 70% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by federal incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
By generating clean electricity, Jericho Rise Wind Farm reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowers greenhouse gas emissions, and supports New York's renewable energy targets.