Enel’s 111 MW Gibson Bay wind farm starts Commercial Operation

Enel announced that its 111 MW Gibson Bay wind farm located in Eastern cape province of South Africa started commercial operations. The wind farm is capable of generating around 420 GWh per year.

The farm is supported by a 20-year power supply agreement with the South African utility Eskom, as part of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programe (REIPPPP) tender promoted by the South African government, which awarded the project to the Enel Group.

Enel’s South Africa Manager, William Price said that Gibson Bay is the second wind farm they have brought to life in South Africa, their first being Nojoli, further demonstrating their commitment to a low-carbon energy future. Taking the lead in renewable energy gives South Africa the opportunity to become a key global player in this growing industry, while investment in renewables provides good job opportunities and has brought new skills into the country. They are proud to offer a strong renewable energy generation base.