Mount Mercer Wind Farm— 131 MW Wind
Mount Mercer Wind Farm stands out as the 27th largest wind facility in Australia and holds a significant place as the 175th ranked power generation facility nationwide. With a capacity of 131 MW, this wind farm contributes approximately 0.08% to Australia's total energy output, which is dominated by solar energy. The facility’s strategic location in Victoria is pivotal, as it is surrounded by several other energy generation facilities, including the massive Golden Plains Wind Farm, which boasts an impressive capacity of 1,330 MW. Nearby, the Victorian Big Battery adds a substantial 300 MW to the local grid, highlighting the region's growing reliance on renewable energy sources. Additionally, the Mount Gellibrand Wind Farm and both the Moorabool North and Yaloak South Wind Farms, each with a capacity of 131 MW, showcase a robust local wind energy cluster, underscoring the importance of diversified energy generation in the area. The Mount Mercer Wind Farm utilizes state-of-the-art wind turbine technology to harness the power of prevailing winds in the region, making it an integral part of Victoria's renewable energy landscape. Wind energy, while not the dominant fuel in Australia, plays a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability. With a growing number of wind farms across the country, Mount Mercer exemplifies the shift towards more renewable energy sources, contributing to Australia’s ambitious climate goals. Overall, Australia's energy profile includes a total of 678 power generation facilities with a combined capacity of 157,141 MW, where solar remains the leading fuel source. Mount Mercer, while a smaller player in terms of capacity, is part of the vital transition towards a more sustainable grid. Operated by a local energy firm, the wind farm has been operational since its commissioning, ensuring that it provides clean energy to thousands of homes and businesses. Looking ahead, Mount Mercer Wind Farm is poised to play an increasingly important role in both local and national energy strategies. As Australia continues to invest in renewable energy infrastructure, facilities like Mount Mercer will not only contribute to energy security but also help in the fight against climate change by reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
10 Jahre alt
Australien, Oceania
- 175. größtes von 678 Kraftwerken in Australien
- Nr. 8.954 weltweit nach installierter Leistung
- Nr. 584 von 5.731 Wind-Kraftwerken weltweit
- 0,08% der installierten Leistung von Australien
10 Jahre in Betrieb
Durchschnitt der Wind-Flotte: 14,4 Jahre
Goldwind Australia betreibt 3 Kraftwerke mit insgesamt 393 MW
26 Kraftwerke im Umkreis von 100 km, zusammen 4.486 MW
Quelle: Wikidata
Standort
Keine direkten Emissionen
Mount Mercer Wind Farm ist ein wind-Kraftwerk und erzeugt jährlich etwa 344 GWh sauberen Strom ohne direkte CO₂-Emissionen im Betrieb.
Lebenszyklusemissionen: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (Herstellung, Transport, Rückbau)
Technische Details
- Primärer Brennstofftyp
- Wind
- Energiequelle
- Erneuerbar
- Land
Australien- Kontinent
- Oceania
- Datenquelle
- Globale Datenbank der Kraftwerke
Nahegelegene Kraftwerke
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