Amadeus Wind Farm
A large-scale Texas wind farm advancing energy reliability and local economic impact.
Project Overview
Amadeus Wind, situated northwest of Abilene, Texas, is a 250 MW onshore wind farm and the largest wind project completed by BayWa r.e. in its global portfolio. Since beginning operations in 2020, Amadeus has fed clean energy into the ERCOT grid, with an annual output capable of powering approximately 74,800 homes or the equivalent of over 6.8 million cell phones. The project spans nearly 25,000 acres of federal, state, and privately-owned land and features 96 GE wind turbines.
Note: The facility delivers renewable electricity into the grid. Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) associated with this generation are sold separately.
Capacity
250 MW
Location
Stonewall, Kent and Fisher Counties, Texas
Status
Operational
Partnerships and Infrastructure
Amadeus was developed through collaboration with multiple industry partners. Commerzbank provided the construction financing, while Morgan Stanley entered a 10-year hedge agreement to purchase the energy produced. Tax equity was secured through BHE Renewables, and Fengate Capital Management co-owns the project with BayWa r.e., which also handles ongoing management.
Community and Environmental Impact
The project supports the local economy by generating tax revenue projected to provide millions over its operational lifetime. In terms of environmental impact, Amadeus is expected to prevent the release of over 648,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually, contributing to the reduction of fossil fuel reliance in the region.