Vestas has recently secured a significant contract for the supply and installation (S&I) of 46 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines from its EnVentus platform, aimed at powering CS Energy’s Lotus Creek wind farm.
Located in Central Queensland, this wind farm will have a generation capacity of 285 MW. In addition to providing the turbines, Vestas will also offer a long-term active output management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement to ensure the optimal production of energy for the Australian grid.
A Landmark Project for Vestas Development in Australia
The Lotus Creek wind farm represents a milestone for Vestas Development in Australia, marking the company’s first project in the country to achieve financial closure and readiness for construction.
This achievement underscores Vestas’ ongoing commitment to expanding its footprint in the renewable energy sector.
Vestas’ comprehensive role in this project includes securing all necessary land access, obtaining planning and environmental approvals, ensuring grid connection, and overseeing the overall wind farm design.
The company’s efforts also involved close collaboration with the landholders of the Lotus Creek site, as well as the Traditional Owners, the Barada Barna and Barada Kabalbara Yetimarala people.
Additionally, Vestas worked with Ark Energy during the early stages of the project’s development.
Partnership and Commitment to Sustainable Energy
Danny Nielsen, Country Head and Senior Vice President for Australia and New Zealand at Vestas, expressed his enthusiasm for the project: “Together with CS Energy and Zenviron, Vestas is delighted to provide our best-in-class people, wind turbines, and capabilities for this landmark project. As the world’s largest provider of wind energy, we have always been committed to Australia’s sustainable future and we thank the Lotus Creek project partners for joining us in this world-changing mission.”
Evan Carless, Vice President of Vestas Development Australia, added that the Lotus Creek wind farm exemplifies Vestas Development Australia’s ability to advance greenfield projects to a stage of commercial and planning maturity.
He emphasized that building strong relationships with traditional owners, landholders, the local community, and their team of consultants has been key to the project’s success.
CS Energy’s Strategic Investment in Renewable Energy
Darren Busine, CEO of CS Energy, highlighted the significance of the Lotus Creek wind farm as the company’s first 100% owned wind asset.
He noted that this project is a crucial component of CS Energy’s strategy to develop up to 700 MW of wind generation capacity in Central Queensland.
This initiative aims to meet the growing demand for renewable energy from large commercial and industrial customers while demonstrating CS Energy’s ongoing commitment to the region.
Advancing the Energy Transition and Local Benefits
By undertaking new renewable energy projects like Lotus Creek, Vestas continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the global energy transition while delivering value and benefits to local communities.
The delivery of Vestas’ wind turbines is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026, with commissioning set to commence in the fourth quarter of the same year.
At the height of construction, the Lotus Creek wind farm will employ up to 400 people on-site and create 10 to 15 long-term regional service roles once it becomes operational.
The 285 MW of electricity generated by the wind farm will be sufficient to power approximately 150,000 average Queensland homes, contributing significantly to the region’s renewable energy supply.