Australia

Boulder Creek Wind Project — 372 MW Wind

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Boulder Creek Wind Project is a 372 MW wind power plant located in Australia. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
372 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2018

Year online

Owner
Boulder Creek Wind Project

Operator

Location
-23.66, 150.29

Coordinates

Insights

#82
largest in %s
#69
largest %s worldwide
#5,491
largest worldwide
2018
%d yrs newer than avg
1
operated by %s
8
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
372 MW
Commissioned
2018
Status
Operational
Owner
Boulder Creek Wind Project
Country
Australia
Coordinates
-23.660, 150.285

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
10,754 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
268,844 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
11 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

2,338
cars / year
1,434
homes / year
488,808
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Boulder Creek Wind Project stands as a significant contributor to Australia’s renewable energy landscape, showcasing the country’s commitment to sustainable power generation. Located at coordinates -23.6600, 150.2850, this wind power facility boasts a remarkable capacity of 372 MW, making it one of the largest wind projects in the region. Wind energy technology harnesses the kinetic energy from wind through a series of onshore turbines, converting it into clean, renewable electricity. This power plant plays a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy security in Australia, aligning with the national objective of increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix. The Boulder Creek Wind Project is strategically positioned to optimize wind resources, contributing significantly to the local grid and supporting the region’s energy demands. As part of Australia’s broader energy policy framework, which emphasizes transitioning to a low-carbon economy, Boulder Creek exemplifies the effective implementation of wind technology. The facility not only underscores the potential of wind energy in mitigating climate change but also supports local economic growth through job creation in the renewable energy sector. By generating substantial amounts of electricity from a clean source, Boulder Creek Wind Project enhances the resilience and sustainability of Australia’s energy infrastructure.

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