Avangrid, member of the Iberdrola Group, at present introduced Midland Wind has achieved industrial operation. The 106-MW wind farm positioned in Henry County is the corporate’s fourth wind farm in Illinois, bringing whole capability within the state to greater than 600 MW.
“We’re proud to have achieved this milestone with Midland Wind, which is now operational and delivering energy,” stated Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. “Our fourth accomplished renewable power mission in Illinois, Midland Wind is an instance of our dedication to accelerating a clear power transition. We sit up for persevering with our efforts in creating inexperienced power options whereas supporting Illinois communities.”
Midland Wind’s 25 generators will generate practically 400,000 MWh of renewable power, which is sufficient clear power to energy the equal of 37,000 houses. The wind farm formally reached industrial operations in December 2023.
Work at Midland Wind supported greater than 200 jobs throughout development, most of which had been native. Operations and upkeep of the wind farm can even help a number of everlasting, native jobs that can stay in the neighborhood for the lifetime of the mission. The wind farm is estimated to contribute greater than $25 million in property taxes, which can help space faculty districts, fireplace districts and libraries.
With Midland Wind, Illinois now has the biggest renewable power capability of any Midwest state in Avangrid’s portfolio. It’s positioned close to three different Avangrid renewable power initiatives, Windfall Heights Wind, Otter Creek Wind, and Streator Cayuga Ridge South. Avangrid is the third-largest renewable power operator within the U.S. with greater than 8.6 GW of put in capability.
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