Vestas acquires Tasmanian wind farm from Ark Energy

Vestas Development Australia has acquired the 272MW St Patricks Plains Wind Farm in Tasmania’s Central Highlands, which is set to become the state’s largest wind energy project once completed.

St Patricks Plains is one of the most advanced wind energy developments in Tasmania, having secured all primary development approvals, including Tasmanian planning approval and approval under the Australian Government’s Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act.

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The project is now progressing through secondary consents and towards commencement of construction.

The acquisition follows a successful development partnership between Vestas and Ark Energy for the Lotus Creek and St Patricks Plains wind farms.

Lotus Creek Wind Farm in Central Queensland reached financial close in 2024 following its acquisition in 2022 and is now under construction, demonstrating a proven pathway from development through to delivery that Vestas will now apply to the St Patricks Plains project.

The acquisition strengthens Vestas Development Australia’s renewable energy development portfolio, which now exceeds 13GW nationally.

Vestas Development Australia vice president Evan Carless said, “St Patricks Plains is one of the most advanced wind energy developments in Tasmania and represents an important opportunity to support the state’s renewable energy future.

“We are proud of what has been achieved alongside Ark Energy and grateful for the strong foundation established by its development team.

“Our experience progressing Lotus Creek from development through to construction provides a proven model for delivery, and we are excited to bring that experience to the St Patricks Plains wind farm in Tasmania.”

Ark Energy general manager developments Tasmania Donna Bolton said, “Vestas has been a valued partner throughout the development of the St Patricks Plains Wind Farm, bringing deep technical expertise and a shared commitment to delivering a high-quality renewable energy project.

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