Warracknabeal Wind Farm is a 300MW onshore wind power project. It is planned in Victoria, Australia. The project is currently in permitting stage. It will be developed in single phase. Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2035.

Project Type Total Capacity (MW) Active Capacity (MW) Pipeline Capacity (MW) Project Status Project Location Project Developer
Onshore 300 300 Permitting Victoria, Australia WestWind Energy

Description

The project is being developed and currently owned by WestWind Energy.

The project is expected to generate 920,000MWh electricity and supply enough clean energy to power 185,000 households. The project is expected to offset 1,000,000t of carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) a year. The project cost is expected to be around $487.5m.

The wind power project consists of 50 turbines.

Development Status

Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2035.

About WestWind Energy

WestWind Energy Pty Ltd (West Wind) is a renewable energy company that offers development, construction, operation and management of wind farms and other energy projects. The company provides energy consultation, planning, and maintenance services. It also operates and maintains wind turbines across the world. West Wind’s projects include Mt Mercer Wind Farm, Lal Lal Wind Farm, Moorabool Wind Farm, and Golden Plains Wind Farm, among others. The company’s Mt Mercer Wind Farm is located approximately 30 km south of Ballarat in Victoria and includes 64 turbines. It also hosts wind turbines. The company serves industrial, residential and commercial customers. West Wind is headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

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