The Balaoi and Caunayan Wind Farm, is a wind farm under construction in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
| Balaoi and Caunayan Wind Farm | |
|---|---|
| Country | Philippines |
| Location | Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte |
| Status | Under construction |
| Construction began | 2021 |
| Operator(s) | UPC Renewables |
| Wind farm | |
| Type | Onshore |
| Power generation | |
| Units operational | 32 X 5 MW |
| Nameplate capacity | 160 MW |
The construction of the wind power facility by AC Energy, in partnership with developer UPC Renewables, began in 2021.[1] Upon its completion it will become the biggest wind farm in the Philippines by power output[2] and the second wind farm of AC Energy in Pagudpud after the Caparispisan Wind Farm.[1] It is projected to be completed by late 2022.[3] The wind farm project reportedly cost ₱11.4-billion.[2]
The Balaoi and Caunayan Wind Farm will have a total capacity of 160MW, to be powered by 32 5MW wind turbines to be supplied by Siemens Gamesa.[1]
References edit
- ^ a b c "AC Energy starts building largest local wind farm at 160-MW in Ilocos Norte". BusinessWorld. May 19, 2021. Retrieved May 19, 2021.
- ^ a b "Ayala Group, UPC start construction of Philippines' biggest wind farm". GMA News. May 19, 2021. Retrieved May 19, 2021.
- ^ "AC Energy says building Philippines' largest wind farm". ABS-CBN News. May 19, 2021. Retrieved May 19, 2021.
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