Name and Location
Excelsior wind energy farm project, Western Cape, South Africa.
Client
BioTherm Energy.
Project Description
The Excelsior wind farm will have a contracted capacity of 31.9 MW and a nameplate capacity of 32.5 MW.
The facility will feature 13 wind turbines, each with a hub height of 90 m and a rated capacity output of 2.5 MW.
The wind farm will be connected to the grid through an on-site substation and a dedicated 132 kV power line connecting to the Vryheid substation.
Value
Not stated.
Duration
Financial close is expected in the first quarter of 2016, with commercial operation expected in October 2017.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
BioTherm Energy, tel +27 11 367 4600 or fax +27 11 367 4601.