Name and Location
Kiyú wind farm, San José district, Uruguay.
Client
Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios, on behalf of Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank.
Project Description
The 49 MW Kiyú wind farm will comprise 16 Vestas V112-3 075 kW wind turbines, capable of generating an estimated 200 GWh/y of electricity a year – enough to power more than 50 000 households. A 150 kV transmission line will also be built as part of the scheme.
Value
$117.5-million.
Duration
The Kiyú wind farm is due to become operational by the end of 2015.
Latest Developments
Construction has begun on the Kiyú wind farm. Mott MacDonald is monitoring plant construction. The firm will undertake quarterly site inspection visits and provide technical, environmental and social monitoring services.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Mott MacDonald (plant construction monitoring).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Mott MacDonald, Tom Smith, tel +44 20 8774 2205 or email tom.smith@mottmac.com.