Thunderbolt Wind Farm, US

5th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Thunderbolt Wind Farm, US

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Name of the Project
Thunderbolt Wind Farm.

Location
New South Wales, US.

Project Owner/s
Neoen Australia.

Project Description
The NSW Independent Planning Commission approved the 192 MW wind farm in May 2024.

The development will comprise 32 turbines with a maximum tip height of 260 m and associated infrastructure, including a new substation and switching station required to connect to Transgrid’s existing 330 kV transmission line traversing the project site.

Potential Job Creation
The project is expected to generate 285 construction jobs and nine operational jobs.

Capital Expenditure
A$373-million.

Planned Start/End Date
Construction is expected to take about 18 to 24 months.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Neoen, email communication@neoen.com.