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Boulder Creek Wind Project372 MW Wind

WindRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

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.

Capacity
372 MW
Commissioning Year
2018

8 years old

Owner
Boulder Creek Wind Project
Location
-23.6600°, 150.2850°

Australia, Oceania

Context & rankings
  • 82. largest of 678 plants in Australia
  • #5,488 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #69 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.24% of the installed capacity of Australia
Age & fleet comparison

8 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Boulder Creek Wind Project operates 1 plants totalling 372 MW

Regional density

10 plants within 100 km, 9,544 MW combined

Nearest plant: Stanwell (17.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: -23.660000, 150.285000
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Boulder Creek Wind Project is a wind power plant producing approximately 978 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Wind
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
Australia
Continent
Oceania
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

AustraliaEnergy Profile

678
Total Plants
156.6 GW
Total Capacity
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