Hornsdale Wind Farm— 316 MW Wind
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.
16 years old
Australia, Oceania
- 91. largest of 678 plants in Australia
- #5,926 worldwide by installed capacity
- #82 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
- 0.2% of the installed capacity of Australia
16 years in operation
Wind fleet average: 14.4 years
Neoen operates 5 plants totalling 602 MW
15 plants within 100 km, 1,381 MW combined
Source: Wikidata
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Hornsdale Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 830 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
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