Overview
Kelly Creek Wind Project is an operational onshore wind farm in the United States with a capacity of 184 MW, owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings Inc.
Kelly Creek Wind Project is an operational onshore wind farm located in the United States. With a capacity of 184 MW, it falls within the medium-to-large scale for wind energy projects in the country. The facility is owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings Inc., a major player in the renewable energy sector. The project utilizes wind turbines to generate electricity, contributing to the grid with clean energy. The United States has a robust regulatory framework supporting wind energy, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) which provides tax incentives, and various state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that mandate a certain percentage of electricity from renewable sources. Kelly Creek Wind Project plays a significant role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting the transition to renewable energy. Its operation helps meet regional energy demands while minimizing environmental impact compared to fossil fuel-based generation. The facility's location in the Midwest benefits from strong wind resources, typical for onshore wind farms in the region.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Kelly Creek Wind Project can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect bird and bat populations through collisions. However, modern turbine designs and siting practices aim to minimize these effects. The project contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, supporting local and national renewable energy goals.
Frequently asked questions
Kelly Creek Wind Project is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 40.9675° N, -88.1975° W.
Kelly Creek Wind Project has a capacity of 184 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale onshore wind farm.
Kelly Creek Wind Project is owned by EDF Renewable Asset Holdings Inc., a subsidiary of EDF Renewables.
Wind energy in the US is supported by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) which provides production tax credits, and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) that require utilities to source a percentage of electricity from renewables.
By generating clean electricity, Kelly Creek Wind Project helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, lowers carbon emissions, and supports state and national renewable energy targets.