Avangrid, member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced Midland Wind has achieved commercial operation. The 106-MW wind farm located in Henry County is the company’s fourth wind farm in Illinois, bringing total capacity in the state to more than 600 MW.
“We are proud to have achieved this milestone with Midland Wind, which is now operational and delivering power,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. “Our fourth completed renewable energy project in Illinois, Midland Wind is an example of our commitment to accelerating a clean energy transition. We look forward to continuing our efforts in developing green energy solutions while supporting Illinois communities.”
Midland Wind’s 25 turbines will generate nearly 400,000 MWh of renewable energy, which is enough clean energy to power the equivalent of 37,000 homes. The wind farm officially reached commercial operations in December 2023.
Work at Midland Wind supported more than 200 jobs during construction, most of which were local. Operations and maintenance of the wind farm will also support several permanent, local jobs that will remain in the community for the life of the project. The wind farm is estimated to contribute more than $25 million in property taxes, which will support area school districts, fire districts and libraries.
With Midland Wind, Illinois now has the largest renewable energy capacity of any Midwest state in Avangrid’s portfolio. It is located near three other Avangrid renewable energy projects, Providence Heights Wind, Otter Creek Wind, and Streator Cayuga Ridge South. Avangrid is the third-largest renewable energy operator in the U.S. with more than 8.6 GW of installed capacity.
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