WHEATRIDGE EAST WIND PROJECT
About the Project
The Wheatridge East Wind project is an innovative wind project proposed for Umatilla and Morrow County in Oregon that will have a capacity of approximately 200 megawatts of clean, renewable energy. The Wheatridge East Wind project is more than wind turbines — it represents a significant capital investment in Oregon. Once operational, it will create good-paying jobs and provide millions in additional revenue for landowners and the local community.
Neptune Energy Center, LLC is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, the world’s largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and the sun.
Economic Benefits
WAGON TRAIL SOLAR PROJECT
About the Project
The Wagon Trail Solar project is an innovative solar and energy storage project proposed for Umatilla and Morrow County, Oregon that will have a capacity of up to 500 megawatts of clean, renewable, American-made solar energy, combined with 2,000 megawatts of battery energy storage. The Wagon Trail Solar project is more than solar panels and batteries — it represents a significant capital investment in Oregon. Once operational, it will create good-paying jobs and millions in additional revenue for the local community.
It is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, the world’s largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and the sun.
Economic Benefits
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We believe in building strong relationships and supporting your community. Get the facts and learn how the Wheatridge East Wind and Wagon Trail Solar projects can enhance Umatilla and Morrow Counties.
HEALTH
When properly sited, renewable energy projects are a safe and effective means of generating electricity.
HEALTH
ENVIRONMENT
Renewable energy projects have among the least environmental impacts of any form of energy generation.
ENVIRONMENT
PROPERTY VALUE
Multiple studies have found renewable energy projects have no significant long-term impacts on property values.
PROPERTY VALUE
DECOMMISSIONING
Decommissioning is the process of removing all components of a renewable energy project and returning the land to its original condition.
DECOMMISSIONING
*Estimated over first 30 years of the project. All figures are estimated and subject to change.