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Mt Emerald Wind Farm

Weekly Update 16th March

Weekly Update 16th March

Construction activity for the week included;

  • 21 of 53 WTG now complete. 27 WTG base and mid tower sections erected.
  • 51% of the turbine components (blades, hubs, towers) delivered to site. Deliveries on-hold due to wet weather.
  • 50 of 53 foundations poured. Excavation and preparation of foundations continuing. Backfilling and earthing of poured foundations continues.
  • Continuation of earthworks for turbine access roads; approximately 89% of clearance works complete.
  • Construction of substation and switchyard continuing.
  • Placement of underground cabling continuing
  • Works continue on upgrades to Site Entry Road (intersection to site compound) including vegetation of batters
  • UXO, Cultural Heritage and Environmental aspects continue prior to vegetation clearance in new areas.
  • Weed contractor has commenced to address issues following recent rainfall.
  • 76 pieces of heavy equipment on-site.
  • Personnel on-site averaged 262.
  • Work this week has concentrated on repairs and upgrades following recent rainfall.
MEWF Weekly Update 16th March
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