Overview
Kimball Wind is a 30 MW onshore wind farm in Nebraska, United States, operated by Kimball Wind LLC. It contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Kimball Wind is an operational onshore wind farm located in Kimball County, Nebraska, United States. With a capacity of 30 megawatts, it represents a medium-scale wind energy facility that supports the state's renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, benefiting from federal incentives such as the Production Tax Credit (PTC) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). Nebraska has a voluntary RPS goal, and wind energy plays a key role in diversifying the state's energy mix. The plant uses modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Kimball Wind contributes to local grid stability and provides clean energy to the surrounding area. Its operation helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports Nebraska's transition to renewable energy sources. The facility is part of a growing wind energy sector in the Great Plains region, known for its strong wind resources.
Environmental context
The Kimball Wind farm is located in the Great Plains, an area with excellent wind resources. Onshore wind farms like this one 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 supports clean energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to climate change mitigation.
Frequently asked questions
Kimball Wind is located in Kimball County, Nebraska, United States, near the town of Kimball.
Kimball Wind has a capacity of 30 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
Kimball Wind is operated by Kimball Wind LLC, a company specializing in wind energy generation.
Wind energy in the US benefits from the federal Production Tax Credit (PTC) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which mandate a certain percentage of electricity from renewable sources.
Kimball Wind generates clean electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels, while supporting Nebraska's renewable energy goals.