Power Transformer for Chilenean Wind Farm Arrives

This state of the art equipment is key to delivering clean energy to 215,000 homes / The project, which is located in the southern region of Los Lagos, is set to begin operations in December 2018

Aurora wind farm, developed by Mainstream Renewable Power and owned by Aela Energia will use a 170 MVA (mega volt-amperes) transformer that was manufactured by ABB. The Aurora wind farm will supply clean energy to around 215,000 homes and this state of the art technology plays a key role in the wind farm’s energy production The project’s power transformer was transported via Route 5 from the port of Chincui de Oxxean in Puerto Montt to the project site in the commune of Llanquihue, some 45 kilometres outside this port city. “This 109-tonne... ... More: Official Press Release Mainstream Renewable Power

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Mainstream Renewable Power, Chile, wind farm, onshore, transformer