Ventos de São Zacarias
Ventos de Sao Zacarias is a complex of wind power projects located in Piauí and Pernambuco in Northeastern Brazil. The plant will have a total capacity of 456 MW.
Northeastern Brazil is home to some of the best wind resources in the world, and the project is being built in what has become one of the largest wind farm clusters in Latin America.
Ventos de Sao Zacarias is a joint venture between Hydro Rein and Macquarie Asset Management. Construction started in 2022, and commercial operations are planned to begin in Q4 2024.
The project has selected the N163 turbine platform from Nordex, one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers, with a 5.7 MW output. Elecnor Brasil is the contractor for the construction phase. In total, 80 turbines will be installed at the site. All turbine foundations were completed by April 2024.
Sustainability and local involvement
Ventos de Sao Zacarias is committed to conducting its business with a proactive approach to environmental and social regulations. The project has established a comprehensive environmental and social management plan with fauna programs.
Stories by Hydro: https://www.hydro.com/en-US/about-hydro/stories-by-hydro/growing-80-wind-turbines-and-20000-trees/
Project website: https://www.ventosdesaozacarias.com.br/