Overview
KC Energy LLC is an operational onshore wind farm in the United States, owned by Ewington Wind Project. With a capacity of 4 MW, it contributes to the country's renewable energy portfolio.
KC Energy LLC is an onshore wind farm located in the United States, owned by Ewington Wind Project. The facility is operational and has a capacity of 4 megawatts, placing it in the small-scale wind energy category. The wind farm operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). These policies support the development of wind energy through tax incentives and renewable energy targets. The facility uses wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, a mature technology widely deployed across the country. As a small-scale wind installation, KC Energy LLC contributes to local renewable energy generation and grid diversification. Wind farms like this help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support energy independence. The facility's location in the Midwest benefits from strong wind resources, typical for the region.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like KC Energy LLC 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 small scale reduces its overall environmental footprint compared to larger installations.
Frequently asked questions
KC Energy LLC is an onshore wind farm located in the United States, with coordinates 43.629200, -95.416900.
KC Energy LLC has a capacity of 4 megawatts, making it a small-scale wind energy facility.
KC Energy LLC is owned by Ewington Wind Project.
Wind energy in the United States is supported by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which provide tax incentives and renewable energy targets.
Common environmental considerations for onshore wind farms include visual impacts on the landscape, potential bird and bat collisions, and noise from turbine operation. Mitigation measures such as proper siting and monitoring can reduce these effects.