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Mount Mercer Wind Farm131 MW Eolico

WindRinnovabileVerificato: feb 2026

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.

Capacità
131 MW
Anno di Messa in Servizio
2016

10 anni

Proprietario
Goldwind Australia
Posizione
-37.8411°, 143.8710°

Australia, Oceania

Posizione

Coordinate:: -37.841100, 143.871000
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Mount Mercer Wind Farm is a wind power plant producing approximately 344 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

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

Dettagli Tecnici

Tipo di Combustibile Primario
Wind
Fonte Energetica
Rinnovabile
Paese
Australia
Continente
Oceania
Fonte Dati
Database globale delle centrali elettriche

AustraliaProfilo Energetico

678
Centrali Totali
156.6 GW
Capacità Totale
SolarCoalGasHydro
Carburanti Principali

L'energia eolica: una risorsa sostenibile per la generazione di energia

L'energia eolica rappresenta una delle fonti di energia rinnovabile più promettenti e in rapida espansione nel panorama energetico contemporaneo. Questa forma di energia è generata attraverso l'uso del vento, il quale, grazie al suo movimento, attiva le pale di turbine eoliche, convertendo l'energia cinetica del vento in energia meccanica e successivamente in energia elettrica. Il processo di generazione di energia eolica è sia ecologico che sostenibile, contribuendo a ridurre le emissioni di gas serra e la dipendenza dai combustibili fossili.

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