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Red Butte Wind

Red Butte Wind is an energy project that's powering new possibilities for Oliver and Mercer counties - delivering lasting tax revenue and creating good-paying jobs.
Red Butte Wind

About the Project

Red Butte Wind is an energy project proposed for Oliver and Mercer counties in North Dakota, with a planned capacity of up to 200 megawatts of energy. This project represents a significant investment in North Dakota’s future—creating good-paying jobs and generating millions of dollars in new revenue for the community, pending all necessary permits and approvals.

Red Butte Wind is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, America’s largest builder of energy infrastructure. NextEra Energy Resources leverages all forms of energy across renewables, battery energy storage systems, natural gas, nuclear and other critical energy infrastructure. The company is advancing America’s energy future with the largest and most diverse portfolio of power generation and infrastructure solutions.

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Economic Benefits

*Estimated over first 30 years of the project. All figures are estimated and subject to change.

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$36 Million

in Landowners Payments*

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$42 Million

in Tax Revenue*

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350-400

Construction Jobs

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Benefits of Our Energy Investments

NextEra Energy Resources has been investing in North Dakota since 2018. Our subsidiaries own and operate 16 wind energy centers and two pipeline assets across the state. We also have five wind and two battery energy storage projects in development. See how energy fuels long-term economic growth and enhances quality of life in your community. 

Local Commitment

We're committed to building strong relationships and supporting the communities our projects call home.

At every stage of developing an energy center, from siting to construction to operations, we strive to: 

| Establish a cooperative relationship with the community.
| Listen to our neighbors.
| Share information.
| Ensure that our proposal fits the interests and priorities of the community.

 Learn how the Red Butte Wind project can support your community long-term.  

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Tax Revenue

The project will generate millions of dollars in additional tax revenue over its lifespan for the counties and the state. 

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Energy Independence

Generating American energy in the United States helps reduce our reliance on energy from foreign countries and drives economic growth in America.

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Privately Funded

Red Butte Wind will be privately funded, representing our investment in North Dakota. 

Powering America

 Red Butte Wind is helping power America’s future —harnessing American energy to drive economic growth, create jobs and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. By capturing the power of the wind right here in North Dakota, this project strengthens our nation’s energy independence.  

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