Name of the Project
Azov and Murmansk wind farm projects.
Location
The Azov wind farm is located in the Rostov region, in southern Russia.
The Murmansk wind farm is located in the north-western Russian region bearing the same name.
Client
PJSC Enel Russia, a subsidiary of Enel.
Project Description
The project entails the construction of two wind farms with a total capacity of 291 MW within the framework of the 2017 Russian government tender for the construction of 1.9 GW of wind capacity in the country.
The Azov wind farm will have a 90 MW installed capacity generating about 300 GWh/y, and will prevent the emission of about 99 200 t of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere.
The Murmansk wind farm will boast a 201 MW installed capacity, generating an estimated 730 GWh/y and avoiding the emission of about 241 400 t of CO2 into the atmosphere.
The two plants will sell their energy in the Russian wholesale market and will be supported by capacity payments released by the Russian government.
Jobs to Be Created
Not stated.
Value
The overall investment in the two wind farms amounts to an estimated €405-million.
Duration
The Azov wind farm is expected to enter into service by 2020 and Murmansk by 2021.
Latest Developments
Enel was awarded the two wind projects in June.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.
Contact Details for Project Information
Enel, tel +39 06 8305 5699, fax +39 06 8305 3771 or email ufficiostampa@enel.com.