Each wind turbine will have an output of 1.67MW and will be equipped with 70m towers. The wind farm is estimated to be fully operational in 2016.
The wind farm will have a capacity of 48MW and a projected annual output of 85 million kWh, enough to supply approximately 23,600 households.
The Alstom wind turbines are equipped with the Alstom Pure Torque design which shifts bending loads directly to the tower, and allows for higher reliability of the drive train and reduced operation and maintenance costs over the wind turbine’s lifetime.
Alstom has adapted its turbine with seismic towers to improve availability in view of Japan’s seismic activity. In spite of strong typhoons that attack the country 3-5 times a year, Alstom’s previously installed wind turbines have not been affected.
"We are delighted to be given the opportunity to further contribute to the development of renewable energy in Japan. This new contract is a true recognition of our technology and expertise and further demonstrates Alstom’s ability to adapt to local constraints" said Alfonso Faubel, Senior Vice President, Wind.
Once this new contract for wind turbine delivery is completed, Alstom will have provided 100MW of wind power installed capacity in the country. This new project follows the on-going Higashi Izu II and Kawazu wind farms.
