Overview
Lake Benton II is an operational onshore wind farm in the United States, owned by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, with a capacity of 100.2 MW.
Lake Benton II is an onshore wind farm located in the United States, owned by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity with a nameplate capacity of 100.2 MW. 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). Onshore wind is a mature technology in the U.S., and facilities of this scale are considered medium-sized, supporting grid integration and clean energy goals. Lake Benton II plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and diversifying the energy mix in its region. The facility's output feeds into the local grid, supporting community energy needs and contributing to state renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Lake Benton II can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. Proper siting and mitigation measures are typically employed to minimize these effects. The facility's location in the U.S. Great Plains region benefits from strong wind resources, making it well-suited for wind energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
Lake Benton II is an onshore wind farm located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 44.1294° N, -96.1170° W.
Lake Benton II has a nameplate capacity of 100.2 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind farm.
Lake Benton II is owned by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, a utility company operating in the region.
Wind farms in the U.S. operate under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and state-level Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), which provide incentives and mandates for renewable energy generation.
Lake Benton II generates clean electricity from wind, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and helping the U.S. meet its renewable energy targets under federal and state policies.