Envision Energy has successfully installed the first 8 MW wind turbine generator (WTG) for the Alabat Wind Power Project on Alabat Island in the Philippines. The installation marks a major milestone for the company, representing its first wind power project in the country and the largest wind turbine Envision has delivered in international markets to date.
Project Overview and Technology
The Alabat Wind Power Project has a planned capacity of 64 MW and is being developed by Alternergy Holdings Corporation, a wind energy developer in the Philippines. The project was awarded under the Philippine government’s Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP) Round 2 and is expected to be among the first wind projects delivered under the programme.
The installed turbine is designed to withstand the challenging weather conditions commonly experienced in coastal and island environments. The 8 MW unit features a rotor diameter of 182 metres, a hub height of 105 metres, and blades measuring 90 metres in length.
The turbine incorporates typhoon-resistant technology tailored for regions frequently exposed to extreme wind events. Envision also utilised segmented tower installation and direct barge delivery methods to transport the turbine components from China to the project site.
Logistics and Engineering Milestones
Developing the wind project on an island presented significant logistical challenges, including transporting oversized equipment and building specialised infrastructure to facilitate installation.
“The successful installation of the first turbine at the Alabat Wind Power Project marks an important milestone for Envision in the Philippines and across Southeast Asia,” said Chou De Loh, Country Manager, Philippines at Envision Energy.
“This project marks several technological breakthroughs for Envision, including the deployment of our anti-typhoon turbine design, segmented tower installation, and the first direct barge delivery of wind turbines from China to an international market. Despite challenging site conditions and extreme weather, our teams worked closely with Alternergy and local partners to deliver the project safely and efficiently. We look forward to working with partners in the Philippines to accelerate the country’s energy transition and bring more innovative renewable energy solutions to the region,” De Loh added.
Knud Hedeager, President of Alternergy Wind Holdings Corporation, added, “This first WTG is truly a significant milestone. There were numerous challenges, from direct shipment using a specialized barge, to constructing a special jetty on an island, to handling oversized equipment, to securing hundreds of permits and multiple stakeholder engagements. This proves that with determination and the right partnerships, we can push boundaries and bring renewable energy to the forefront, especially during this critical time of global uncertainty. This initial success reinforces our vision for a future powered by renewables.”
