The Oklahoma wind industry continues to steadily grow each year, and remains a leader in North American renewable energy resources. Once a leader in United States’ oil production, Oklahoma now ranks second in the nation for total wind energy generation. Armadillo Flats is a 247.3 MW wind farm located an hour north of Oklahoma City. The wind project is operated by NextEra Energy, and involves agreements from 300 landowners to open up the area to renewable energy production.
PROJECT TYPE: Wind Energy
ONLINE DATE: 2018
LOCATION: Enid, Oklahoma
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Co-benefits
Where oil wells once were, wind blades now dominate the landscape. This region of the United States is expanding wind installations, drastically reducing carbon emissions.
The expansion of renewable energy in Oklahoma has enhanced rural economies by offering green job opportunities in the installation and maintenance of wind farms.
