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Cherry Tree Wind Farm Project
November 6, 2019

Balpara was engaged by Lend Lease with the endorsement of AusNet Services to provide powerline surveying services and electrical design services to establish a new fibre optic cable route as part of the new Cherry Tree Wind Farm project. This 40km cable will increase the reliability of the AusNet Services electricity network and help to measure and control the power being distributed in the area as required by the addition of the new wind farm.

 

Project Overview

 

Located between Seymour and Yea, the new 16 turbine Cherry Tree Wind Farm required a new 66kV powerline connecting into the existing powerline between these two towns.

 

This project is part of the government’s current push to increase the state’s renewable energy capabilities. The expected annual generation output from the wind farm will equate to powering 37,000 average Victorian households, avoiding the emission of 200,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.

 

Project Scope

 

  • Providing powerline surveying services to asses an existing 40km powerline route for a new fibre optic cable.
  • Completing Electrical Survey Design Calculations for the proposed new fibre optic cable.
  • Electrical drafting of Balpara’s calculated design onto construction plans, to allow material procurement and all construction activities to commence.
  • Electrical project management and implementation of works in coordination with stake holders.
  • Liaising and consulting with utility and construction representatives for total project collaboration.


Value Add

 

Balpara was earmarked for this project specifically for our expertise in this niche area of overhead powerline surveying. The team brought more than 50 years of industry experience to the project and is highly respected in this area of surveying overhead powerlines.

 

Relevant Accreditation/Quality Standards

 

  • Accredited Design Service Provider with AusNet.


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