Portland, OREGON - Turbine delivery begins in the third quarter of 2023 with commissioning scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2023.

Vestas has announced that they have received a 300 MW order from Apex Clean Energy to power the Goose Creek Wind project in Illinois, USA. The order consists of 50 V162-6.2 MW turbines delivered in 6.0 MW operating mode.

"Goose Creek Wind will positively impact domestic energy security while delivering substantial economic benefits, including long-term positions and hundreds of construction jobs, as well as significant tax revenue and landowner payments in Piatt County, Illinois," said Mark Goodwin, President and CEO of Apex Clean Energy. "Through this partnership with Vestas, Apex was able to tailor Goose Creek to Piatt County's needs, demonstrating an unmatched commitment to working with the local community".

According to Vestas, the project will support nearly 400 construction jobs, eight long-term positions, and approximately $200 million in tax revenue and landowner payments in Illinois. Turbine delivery begins in the third quarter of 2023 with commissioning scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2023.

Source: Vestas