If you would like to know more about hosting wind turbines on your property, WestWind Energy would be happy to discuss what’s involved.
We follow a very thorough and detailed process when developing a wind farm to ensure project viability and to generate the best possible result for landholders, the community and environment.
Wind farm feasibility process
Our process for determining feasibility of a site for a wind farm includes:
- Landholder support
- Wind resource investigation and monitoring
- Planning, environmental and technical studies
- Consultation with key stakeholders
For a wind farm project to become a success it is crucial that the landowners and WestWind Energy work together collaboratively and harmoniously.
Landowners will be asked to support the planning application where appropriate, which requires open communication as well as providing access to the land when required.
Wind farm development process
Below is an outline of the different stages of the development process from site selection through to construction and operation, over a typical timeframe.
This is a general example and timeframes may alter depending on the size and complexity of the wind farm and the policy environment.
Why host a wind farm?
- Drought-proof income
- Clean, sustainable energy
- Regional economic growth
- Local jobs
- Community benefits
- Protect the environment
Meet the team
Mark Hudson
Head of Land Tenure, Engagement & Communications
Fin Griffin
Manager Land Tenure
Get in touch
If you would like to find out more about hosting wind farm or transmission infrastructure on your land, please contact us at WestWind Energy on (03) 5421 9999 or reception@w-wind.com.au.
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Hear from Ewen Peel about his experience as a landholder for Golden Plains Wind Farm.
Ewen Peel
“Apart from receiving money for the project – each tower pays a dividend – they’ve put in a lot of infrastructure… gates and tracks through our property which we’ve never had before, so we have far greater access.”