Overview
Keenan II Renewable Energy Co LLC is an operational onshore wind farm in Oklahoma, United States, with a capacity of 151.8 MW, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio.
Keenan II Renewable Energy Co LLC is an operational onshore wind farm located in Oklahoma, United States. With a capacity of 151.8 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale facility within the US wind energy sector, supporting the country's transition to clean energy. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes federal incentives such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Oklahoma has a strong wind resource, making it a key state for wind energy development. The plant uses modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based generation. It also supports local grid stability and provides economic benefits through job creation and land lease payments to landowners. The facility's location in the Great Plains takes advantage of consistent wind patterns, typical for the region.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in the Great Plains, a region known for its strong and consistent wind resources, ideal for wind energy generation. The environmental context includes considerations for avian and bat impacts, which are common for wind facilities, as well as land-use changes from turbine placement. The facility helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to lower carbon emissions and improved air quality in the region.
Frequently asked questions
Keenan II Renewable Energy Co LLC is located in Oklahoma, United States, with coordinates approximately 36.2761° N, -99.4908° W.
The facility has a capacity of 151.8 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale onshore wind farm.
The facility is owned by CPV Keenan II Renewable Energy Co LLC.
The wind farm operates under US federal regulations, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and benefits from Oklahoma's Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that encourage renewable energy development.
By generating clean electricity from wind, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports the US target of achieving a carbon-free power sector by 2035.