The Rye Park Wind Farm represents a significant renewable energy infrastructure project in New South Wales, demonstrating Australia’s commitment to sustainable power generation and environmental stewardship. Strategically positioned across the Southern Tablelands and South-West Slopes regions, this ambitious development harnesses the area’s optimal wind resources while carefully integrating with existing agricultural activities. The project’s location, spanning three local government areas – Hilltops, Upper Lachlan, and Yass Valley – showcases the collaborative approach needed for large-scale renewable energy initiatives. Situated 11 kilometers north-east of Yass, the wind farm’s placement on predominantly stock farming land exemplifies the potential for dual land use, allowing agricultural activities to continue alongside clean energy generation. This coexistence of traditional farming and modern renewable energy infrastructure represents a progressive approach to land utilization and economic diversification. The project not only contributes to Australia’s renewable energy targets and carbon footprint reduction but also brings substantial benefits to the local community through job creation, economic stimulus, and infrastructure improvements. By incorporating best practices in environmental management and community engagement, the Rye Park Wind Farm sets a benchmark for future renewable energy developments while ensuring sustainable outcomes for both the environment and local stakeholders.

Project Overview:
Location:

• North of Yass
• East of Boorowa, NSW
• Southern Tablelands/South-West Slopes region
• 11 km north-east of Yass
• Spans three LGAs: Hilltops, Upper Lachlan, and Yass Valley

Land Use:

• Predominantly stock farming land

RYE PARK WIND FARM – PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter	Specification	Details/Notes
Project Type	Generating Asset	Renewable Energy – Wind Farm
Maximum Capacity	396 MW	Total installed capacity
Annual Output	1,188 GWh	Estimated yearly generation
Location	Rye Park, NSW	Southern Tablelands/South-West Slopes
Number of Turbines	66	Vestas EnVentus series
Turbine Model	V162-6.0MW	Latest generation Vestas technology
Individual Turbine Capacity	6.0 MW	Per turbine generation capacity
Blade Tip Height	200 metres	Maximum height from ground to blade tip
Rotor Diameter	162 metres	Vestas EnVentus V162 specification
Grid Connection	330kV	TransGrid ‘3J’ transmission line
Construction Start	2021	Project commencement
Status	Under Construction	As of current date

GENERATION METRICS

Parameter	Value	Equivalent Supply
Daily Output (avg)	3.25 GWh	~162,500 homes/day
Monthly Output (avg)	99 GWh	~162,500 homes/month
Annual Output	1,188 GWh	~162,500 homes/year

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS

Metric	Annual Reduction
CO2 Emissions Avoided	~960,000 tonnes
Equivalent Cars Off Road	~200,000
Trees Planted Equivalent	~4.8 million

Note: Environmental benefits are approximate and based on standard conversion factors for renewable energy generation in Australia.

Final Pre-Construction Layout Plan