Hornsdale Wind Farm is a 316 MW wind power plant located in Australia. View location, capacity, and technical details.
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Technical Details
- Fuel Type
- Wind
- Capacity
- 316 MW
- Commissioned
- 2010
- Status
- Operational
- Owner
- Neoen
- Country
- Australia
- Coordinates
- -33.058, 138.544
- Wikipedia
- Link
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About this plant
The Hornsdale Wind Farm, located in Australia, is a landmark facility in the renewable energy sector, with a generation capacity of 316 MW. Operated by Neoen, this wind power plant employs advanced onshore wind turbine technology to harness the power of the wind, contributing significantly to Australia’s transition towards sustainable energy generation. Positioned at coordinates -33.0580, 138.5440 in South Australia, Hornsdale serves as a crucial component of the local energy grid, providing clean electricity to meet the demands of an ever-growing population. The significance of this wind farm extends beyond mere electricity generation; it plays a pivotal role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports Australia’s ambitious energy policy goals focused on increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix. As one of the largest wind farms in the country, Hornsdale exemplifies the potential of wind energy in contributing to energy security and environmental sustainability, marking a significant step forward in Australia’s commitment to a cleaner energy future.
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