PROJECTS

  results in action

Our work demonstrates the strength of well-executed design and engineering.

From concept through to completion, each project is delivered with a focus on performance, reliability, and measurable outcomes.

Overberg Wind Farm

Massive ambition in action. Construction is racing ahead on the Overberg Wind Farm – Southern Africa's largest wind power plant. Veld conceptualised and developed the project from the ground up, leading negotiations with our development partners. Now, with Red Rocket's acquisition and commitment to build and operate the facility, we're watching this exceptional project become reality. It's been a privilege working with the Red Rocket team to make it happen.

This landmark renewable energy project is located near Swellendam in the Western Cape, South Africa. It is set to become the largest privately developed single wind farm in South Africa upon completion.

Impact in Numbers
Metric Output
Project area 8,721 hectares
Turbines 63 turbines (54 GWH182/6.2MW and 9 GWH182/7.2MW)
Annual power generation 1,239 GWh
Annual CO₂ offset 0.7 million tonnes
Expected Operation Early 2027 
Project Phases and Offtake Agreements
  • Phase 1 (242 MW/230 MW): In partnership with Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) (subsidiary of Rio Tinto), supplying ~750GWh/yr.
  • Phase 2 (158 MW): In partnership with Discovery Green, supporting a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for corporate clients.
Environmental and Economic Impact
  • Carbon Reduction: Expected to cut greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 0.7 million tonnes of CO₂e per year.
  • Investment: The combined project represents a total investment exceeding R13 billion.
  • Financing: Funded by Absa Bank, Standard Bank, and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA).
  • Key Contractor: Goldwind Africa. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Overberg Wind Farm | Red Rocket Energy

Copperton Wind Farm

102 MW of pure clean power. Since December 2021, this 102 USD million renewable energy facility in South Africa's Northern Cape has been delivering the goods. The world's first radio-quiet wind farm. Years of dedicated engineering went into designing systems that operate seamlessly alongside the nearby Square Kilometre Array, ensuring zero interference with one of the planet's most sensitive radio astronomy instruments. It's a rare feat: clean energy and cutting-edge science working in perfect harmony.

Veld were the original developers, and we've maintained a stake in the project. We're proud to partner with project leaders Elawan and Pele Green Energy.

Impact in Numbers
Metric Output
Project area 3,100 hectares
Turbines 34 turbines (120m hub height each)
Annual power generation 360 GWh – powering 110,000 homes
Annual CO₂ offset 38,000 tonnes (versus coal power)
Annual water savings 2.5 million litres

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