30MW Yaloak South wind farm planning application lodged

Pacific Hydro has lodged its planning application with the Moorabool Shire Council for the Yaloak South wind farm. The application seeks approval for a wind farm with a maximum of 14 wind generators and a capacity of under 30MW.

The proposed Yaloak South Wind Farm is located approximately 14km south of Ballan on private farmland known as Yaloak Estate.

"Pacific Hydro is very positive about the Yaloak South Wind Farm proposal", said Pacific Hydro Government and Corporate Affairs manager, Andrew Richards.

"While this is a relatively small project it has a quality wind resource which is expected to produce enough emission free electricity to power the equivalent of around 18,000 Victorian homes each year, abating approximately 100,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas annually."

Pacific Hydro has conducted community consultation on the project which has included local community organisations, Council, and other statutory bodies as well as the local community.

"We had a good round of public consultation last year where a range of views were expressed. We are confident we have a good project which has support in the local community", added Mr Richards.

In the coming weeks the Moorabool Shire Council is expected to commence public notification for the application and advise how the community can make submissions.

In the meantime, the application has been made available for download on Pacific Hydro's website under the Yaloak South Wind Farm project page - visit www.pacifichydro.com.au and following the links.

Media contacts: Andrew Richards 0409 364 484 / Emily Wood 0421 042 121