Cape Sir William Grant Wind Farm - Onshore Wind Farm in Australia

Cape Sir William Grant Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind farm located in Australia, owned by Pacific Hydro Pty Ltd. With a capacity of 54 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for wind energy in the country, contributing to Australia's renewable energy generation. The facility operates under Australia's Renewable Energy Target (RET) framework, which aims to increase renewable electricity generation. Onshore wind farms like this one are a key technology for meeting these targets, leveraging the country's abundant wind resources. The 54 MW capacity places it among the smaller to medium-sized wind farms in Australia, which often range from 10 MW to over 200 MW. Environmentally, the wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its location in a rural area minimizes land-use conflicts, though wind farms can have visual impacts and affect local bird and bat populations. The facility supports grid stability and contributes to the local clean energy supply.

The wind farm is situated in a rural area of Victoria, Australia, where wind resources are favorable for energy generation. The region's landscape is primarily agricultural, reducing land-use conflicts. However, wind farms can impact local bird and bat populations through collisions, and visual impacts on the landscape are a consideration. The facility's operation displaces fossil fuel-based electricity, contributing to emissions reductions and supporting Australia's renewable energy goals.