Bright Energy has revealed plans for a major expansion of Warradarge wind farm, located near Eneabba in Western Australia (WA). Construction is scheduled to begin in 2025 and finish by 2027. This planned expansion will add 30 additional wind turbines to the 51 currently operating. With this replacement, the farm will more than double its ability to produce clean energy for the community.
That include the Warradarge wind farm that’s been in operation since 2020 and now has a total capacity of 180 MW. Once the expansion is complete, it will be the largest wind farm in WA. It will bring an additional 103 MW of wind-generated electricity to the South West Interconnected System. That’s enough electricity to power about 164,000 homes each year.
Economic Impact and Job Creation
The entire expansion project will cost an estimated A$400 million. At the height of construction, it will directly support about 120 jobs. This is yet another step that demonstrates WA’s strong commitment to renewable energy. It seeks to maximize benefits to the local economy by creating the greatest number of job opportunities for area residents during the construction phase.
Bright Energy’s general manager, Tom Frood, expressed optimism about the expansion’s benefits.
“Warradarge wind farm is recognised as one of the best in the country and Stage 2 will consolidate this success. We will continue to work closely with the local community and stakeholders to ensure the project benefits everyone.” – Tom Frood, Bright Energy Investments general manager
Commitment to Renewable Energy
This plant expansion fits into Western Australia’s larger plan to phase out coal by 2030. Even the state’s own powerful executive government has finally seen the writing on the wall—coal-fired power generation is not a long term option. It’s environmentally unsustainable. The Warradarge wind farm is part of a larger effort. This plan would allow more than 9.8 GW of new renewable capacity to be built before the close of this decade.
Energy and Decarbonisation Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson said this project would play an important role in WA’s energy future.
“I am pleased to announce construction starting on this important wind energy project for WA. The expansion of Warradarge wind farm represents a significant increase and contribution to renewable power generation in WA… Warradarge Stage Two is not just about building a bigger wind farm – it’s about building a better future for generations to come.” – Amber-Jade Sanderson, Energy and Decarbonisation Minister
Technical Specifications
The newly deployed turbines will have a tip height of 152 meters, with blades measuring 67 meters long. In this design, the idea is to provide the highest degree of efficiency. It promotes the area’s plentiful wind resources located primarily in the Midwest region of Western Australia. The combination of advanced technology and strategic planning positions the Warradarge wind farm as a cornerstone in WA’s renewable energy landscape.