Triple H wind project in South Dakota

Overview

Triple H is sited in a rural area where large-scale energy projects bring much needed economic support. It will generate approximately $36 Million in State and local tax revenue over its lifetime. Triple H commercializes one of the best wind resources in South Dakota. The project area is predominately used for farming.

Location: Hyde County, South Dakota
Status: Operational
COD: November 2020
Project MW: 250 MW
Customer: Boston University and Walmart

Project Details

Real Estate

100% participation from landowners required to build the project
Over 35,000 acres signed
Primarily agricultural land use with low-density residences; compatible with the operation of a wind energy project.

Interconnection

Entered interconnection process in March 2016
POI: Tap of Basin Leland Olds – Fort Thompson 345 kV
GIA expected to be executed in Q1 2019

Environment and Permitting

Environment

Full wildlife site characterization studies completed per S. Fish & Wildlife Land-Based Wind Energy Guidelines
FAA Determinations of No Hazard received for current layout
No significant biological constraints identified

Permitting

Discretionary permits were issued for the Project from Hyde County and PublicUtilities Commission.
PUC project docket can be found in this link: https://puc.sd.gov/Dockets/Electric/2019/EL19-007.aspx