Mainstream consortium applies for 2.5 GW Gippsland offshore wind development

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A consortium of Australian and global companies, comprising Mainstream Renewable Power (“Mainstream”), Reventus Power, AGL and DIRECT Infrastructure has submitted a feasibility licence application for a 2.5 GW offshore wind development off the coast of Victoria, Australia. The consortium brings significant global offshore wind development track records, coupled with deep Australian industry and energy generation knowledge to deliver on the nation’s offshore wind ambitions.

The area in the Bass Strait off Gippsland, Victoria, was the first offshore wind zone to be declared by the Australian Government. According to the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, the 15,000 km2 zone has the potential to support more than 10 GW of year-round energy... ... More: Official Press Release Mainstream Renewable Power

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