Giffard Wind Farm and Battery
A proposed large-scale onshore wind farm and battery in Gippsland, Victoria.
The Giffard Wind Farm and Battery is a proposed large-scale hybrid onshore wind farm and battery in Gippsland, Victoria that will form a critical part of Victoria’s energy future and support a thriving Gippsland economy and community. The proposed project is planned to co-exist with agricultural activities on the site.
Key Facts
Location: Gippsland, Victoria (VIC), Australia.
Expected homes powered: Up to 170,000.
Expected renewable energy capacity: 417MW.
Battery capacity: 400 MW / 800 MWh.
Jobs created: Up to 150 construction jobs.
Size: Over 8,000 hectares.
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