4 FAQs about Yellow River Wind Power Plant

What is Yellow River wind farm?

Yellow River Wind Farm is a 29-turbine wind farm in County Offaly in Ireland's Midlands with an installed capacity of 101MW. We began construction on the wind farm in October 2022 and completed the project in 2025. The project has supported approximately 150 full-time construction jobs at peak delivery.

What will the Yellow River wind farm do for Ireland?

Once operational, the Yellow River wind farm will contribute to Ireland's renewable energy targets for 2030, providing secure, clean power for Irish consumers. It is expected to power approximately 67,000 homes annually and displace around 66,000tpa of carbon emissions.

What is SSE Renewables doing with the Yellow River wind farm?

All the wind farm's installed capacity has been contracted under a 16 and a half year RESS 3 contract for low carbon power from the Government. SSE Renewables started construction of the Yellow River project in October 2022, with turbine deliveries and installation starting last December.

How many turbines are installed at the Yellow River wind farm?

The 101MW Yellow River wind farm is now connected to Ireland's national grid, contributing to Ireland's 2030 renewable energy targets. The last of 29 turbines has been installed at the Yellow River wind farm. Installation of 15th turbine sees 101MW County Offaly wind farm on track for all turbines to be installed by end of Summer 2024.

SSE Completes Yellow River Wind Farm in Ireland

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