Texas is a state in the southern part of the USA, second-biggest after Alaska in terms of territory and second-biggest after California in terms of population. The capital of Texas is Austin, the biggest cities are Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio.
Texas is the US-leading shale oil developer, however, the renewable energy sector rises rapidly as well.
Wind energy in Texas
An important milestone was reached in February 2016 when wind turbines provided about a half of all energy in the state on peak. In April 2016 wind farms in Texas accounted to about 16% of all energy capacities, more than in any other US state.
Texas's latest energy market news
- Peyton Creek – onshore wind farm – 151 MW, USA, 2020
- Lockett Wind — onshore wind farm — 184 MW, USA, 2019
