Written by Squadron Energy |
Squadron Energy has celebrated a significant milestone at Uungula Wind Farm, with the first foundation concrete pour completed.
This milestone marks the beginning of turbine foundation works, a critical step in the delivery of the project’s 69 wind turbines.
Squadron Energy Executive General Manager Development and Delivery Tony Clark said the successful completion of the first foundation reflects the dedication of the teams and partners who’ve worked tirelessly to prepare the site.
“It’s a proud moment. We’ve worked closely with local partners and stakeholders to get to this point, and today’s milestone reflects the strength of that collaboration,” Mr Clark said.
“It’s exciting to see the foundations being laid, literally, for a more sustainable future.
“This project will bring long-term benefits to the region, from job creation to legacy infrastructure. We’re grateful for the support of the community and look forward to continuing this journey together.”
The first concrete pour follows 15 months of earthworks and ground preparation. There will be a further 68 concrete foundation pours for each of the 6MW turbines that will be installed for the 414MW project.
The first two shipments of turbine components, including blades, have arrived at the Port of Newcastle recently and are being stored there prior to delivery to the Uungula Wind Farm site in the new year.
Uungula Wind Farm is located on Wiradjuri Country, 14km east of Wellington, NSW. Once complete, it will generate enough electricity to power more than 220,000 homes and prevent more than 560,000 tonnes of carbon emissions being released into the atmosphere annually.
During construction this project will create 262 direct jobs and invest $41 million into the regional economy.
