Repowering old wind farms could treble capacity, using a lot less turbines

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When a wind farm comes to its end of life, what are the options? The average age of Australian wind farms is approaching 15 years, with some even surpassing the 20–30-year mark according to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). To date, no Australian wind farm has been repowered.

When a wind farm comes to its end of life, what are the options?

The average age of Australian wind farms is approaching 15 years, with some even surpassing the 20–30-year mark according to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO).

To date, no Australian wind farm has been repowered.

According to GHD's Simon Lukies, ageing wind farms present a valuable opportunity. Their existing infrastructure and proven wind quality offer a solid foundation for repowering projects, providing a new lease on life and significant economic and environmental benefits.

For more information, read Simon's interview in Renew Economy.

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