SunZia, the largest U.S. wind project, begins delivering power to California and Arizona
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Hayley Smith
Summary
The SunZia wind project, the largest in U.S. history, is now fully operational after nearly two decades of development. Built by Pattern Energy at an estimated cost of $11 billion, the project features 916 turbines capable of generating up to 3.65 gigawatts of electricity — more than the Hoover Dam. It delivers clean power from New Mexico to Arizona and California, marking a significant milestone for renewable energy transmission across the Western U.S.
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bskySunZia, the largest U.S. wind project, begins delivering power to California and Arizonalatimes.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe largest wind energy project in U.S. history is now online, delivering power from a massive array in New Mexico to Arizona and California — and signaling a new era for sending clean electricity across the West.
It's made up of 916 turbines that can produce up to 3.65 gigawatts of electricity, making it potentially more powerful than the Hoover Dam.
It's also more than three times bigger than either of the next two largest U.S. wind farms.
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