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McGinness Hills Geothermal Complex, Geothermal power complex in Lander County, Nevada, United States.

The McGinness Hills Geothermal Complex spans across a valley between Toiyabe Range and Simpson Park Range, featuring 28 operational wells for energy production.

The facility initiated operations in 2012 with two 45-megawatt stations, followed by a third 48-megawatt expansion completed in December 2018.

Nevada residents benefit from sustainable power generation through this complex, which represents a shift toward renewable energy sources in the western United States.

The facility maintains 20 production wells and 8 injection wells, operating at temperatures of 169 degrees Celsius to generate electricity.

This complex stands as Nevada's largest geothermal facility and ranks fourth among all geothermal installations in the United States.

GPS coordinates: 39.58917,-116.91167

Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:13

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