The world's largest wind farm is currently the 'Western Green Energy Hub Wind Farm,' with a planned capacity of 25 GW and 3000 wind turbines. The biggest wind farm in the world is part of a larger 70 GW green energy initiative called “Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH)” located in Australia.

The increase in demand for renewable energy sources has opened a global quest for larger wind farms. Some of the biggest windmills in the world include Western Green Energy Hub Wind Farm, Aman Project Hybrid Wind Farm, Asian Renewable Energy Hub Wind Farm, ACWA Wind Farm and H2 Magallanes Wind Farm.

Blackridge Research’s global wind power market report forecasts 680 GW of new capacity in the next five years between 2023 and 2027. These green energy initiatives will reduce carbon footprint and dependency on fossil fuels, adhering to renewable energy goals on a global level.

Here is a list of the biggest wind farms in the world, with planned capacities ranging from 25 GW to 5.5 GW. Let’s explore the largest wind farm power plant projects, their capacity, status, and other details.

List of Upcoming Top 10 Biggest Wind Farm Projects in the World (according to capacity)

Western Green Energy Hub Wind Farm

The Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH) Wind Farm is the largest wind farm in the world with a planned capacity of 25 GW. The wind farm, which is part of one of the largest renewable energy projects “Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH)” is currently in the announced stage. The renewable energy project is constructed by the consortium of InterContinental Energy (46%), CWP Global (44%) , and Mirning Green Energy Limited (MGEL) (10%). 

The upcoming Western Green Energy Hub Wind Farm is located in the far southeast of Western Australia, within the Shire of Dundas and the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. The wind farm spans an area of 22,690 square kilometers and will feature up to 3,000 wind turbines. 

The 70 GW Western Green Energy Hub will support a centralized hydrogen electrolyzer system and ammonia production facilities. At full capacity, the WGEH wind farm will produce 4 million tonnes of hydrogen and 22 million tonnes of ammonia annually.

The development of the largest wind farm, along with the renewable energy hub, will occur in stages over 30 years. Stage one focuses on generating 6 GW of wind and solar power to produce 330,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually. 

In September 2024, the project reached a collaboration agreement with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) to facilitate detailed feasibility studies and technical optimizations. The final investment decision (FID) of the WGEH is expected in 2029.

Aman Project Hybrid Wind Farm

The AMAN Project Hybrid Wind Farm is the second largest wind farm in the world situated in the Dakhlet Nouadhibou and Inchiri regions of northwestern Mauritania. The wind farm developed by CWP Global is currently in pre-FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) stage and has a planned total installed capacity of 18 GW.

The AMAN Project spans over 850,000 hectares of public land and has a large-scale green hydrogen production facility powered by wind and solar energy. The renewable energy project has a total planned capacity of 30 GW and will support 15 GW electrolyzer system and will produce up to 13 million tonnes of green ammonia annually.

Project capital expenditures (CAPEX) are estimated at approximately USD 42 billion over the first decade, with USD 18 billion allocated for power generation and USD 24 billion for downstream infrastructure, including electrolyzers, desalination units, and ammonia synthesis facilities. In March 2024, CWP Global and IDEEMATEC signed an agreement to explore the integration of new solar tracker technology for AMAN.

Stage 1 is set to begin construction in 2027 and focuses on delivering around 5.5 GW of hybrid wind and solar power. CWP aims to complete FEED by December 2024 and secure financing agreements by 2025. The final investment decision and commencement of construction are planned for 2025, with project completion expected before 2030.

Australian Renewable Energy Hub Wind Farm

The Australian Renewable Energy Hub (AREH) formerly the Asian Renewable Energy Hub wind farm is one of the largest upcoming onshore wind farms in the world with a capacity of 10220 MW. The wind farm is a part of a larger 26 GW “Australian Renewable Energy Hub (AREH)” developed by a consortium led by bp (63.6% stake), along with CWP Global (10%) and Intercontinental Energy (26.4%). The project is estimated to cost AUD 30 billion.

The wind farm will span approximately 6,500 square kilometers and will produce over 90 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity annually. Comprising state-of-the-art onshore wind installations, the project will feature multiple phases. The wind farm not only supports local industries in the Pilbara region but will also drive the production of renewables-based hydrogen and ammonia.

In March 2024, Macquarie Group announced it had completed the sale of its 15% share in the estimated AUD 55 billion (USD 36.4 billion) to BP. Construction of the wind farm is scheduled to begin in 2026 and is expected to be operational by 2036.

ACWA Power Wind Farm

ACWA Power, a prominent Saudi developer of renewable energy, is set to construct one of the world’s largest onshore wind farms in Egypt. This 10 GW wind energy project is developed in partnership with Egypt's New & Renewable Energy Authority (NREA) and the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company.

The selected wind farm area spans over 3,025 square kilometers of land in West Sohag and is expected to generate approximately  47,790 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean energy annually. The wind farm will provide electricity to around 11 million households and displace over 23.8 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year.

The agreement for the development of the wind farm was made in November 2022 before the UN's COP27 climate summit. In May 2024, the consortium signed a Land Access Agreement with the Egyptian Government to develop the largest wind farm in Egypt.

Upon completion, the ACWA wind farm will help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 percent of its energy from renewables by 2030. The 10 GW wind farm will save the country an estimated USD 5 billion in natural gas costs per year and reduce its annual carbon footprint by about 9%.

H2 Magallanes Wind Farm

The H2 Magallanes Wind Farm by Total Eren is part of a larger renewable energy initiative in Chile’s Magallanes region. The wind farm has a planned capacity of 10 GW and generates 47,000 GWh of clean electricity annually upon completion. The project will start construction in 2025 and commence commercial operation by 2027.

H2 Magallanes Wind Farm is part of Chile’s commitment to reduce carbon footprint and will offset 5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide each year. The onshore wind farm will integrate with advanced hydrogen infrastructure with 8 GW of electrolysis capacity and a desalination plant. The project is part of collaborative efforts by Consorcio Austral, EDF Chile, EDF Renewables, HNH Energy, TEG Chile, TotalEnergies H2, Acciona, and Nordex Green Hydrogen.

Oman Green Energy Wind Farm

The Green Energy Oman (GEO) Wind Farm is ready to become one of the largest and most impactful renewable energy projects worldwide. The project located in Oman’s Al Wusta and Dhofar governorates has a capacity of 10 GW and it is part of a 25 GW facility that integrates both wind and solar energy.

The project aims to install around 1,800 wind turbines and 20 million solar panels over 10 years. The location of the onshore wind farm is marked by low population density and ideal wind conditions at 150 meters. The GEO project is being developed by a consortium that includes OQ, Oman’s state energy company, along with InterContinental Energy, Golden Wellspring Wealth for Trading (GWWT), and EnerTech.

Since 2019, these partners have conducted extensive wind and solar monitoring, with firms like DNV and Worley Group handling energy assessments and feasibility studies. The consortium is targeting the production of around 150,000 tonnes per annum of green hydrogen from 4 GW of installed solar and wind capacity in the first phase. The project is ready to commence operation around early 2030.

West Suhag Onshore Wind Power Plant

Egypt is moving ahead with one of the largest onshore wind farms under construction anywhere in the world. The government has signed a Land Access Agreement with Masdar, Infinity Power, and Hassan Allam Utilities, giving the consortium access to 3,025 square kilometers of land in West Suhag for development studies. Valued at more than USD 10 billion, the 10GW project will undergo resource measurement campaigns, geotechnical surveys, and environmental assessments to prepare the site for construction.

Once operational, the wind farm will generate 47,790 gigawatt-hours of clean power annually, enough to cut Egypt’s yearly carbon emissions by around 9 percent by displacing 23.8 million tonnes of CO₂. It is also projected to save the country USD 5 billion in natural gas costs each year and create 23,000 direct and indirect jobs. The project supports Egypt’s target of sourcing 42 percent of its energy from renewables by 2030.

Sylen Offshore Wind Farm

The Sylen Offshore Wind Farm constructed by Svea Vind Offshore AB is the largest offshore wind farm in the world with a planned capacity of 8,675 MW. The wind farm is located in the South Bothnian Sea, within Sweden's economic zone, approximately 50 kilometers off the coast of Söderhamn. The Sylen offshore wind farm is ready to generate 29 TWh of clean electricity annually covering almost 20% of Sweden’s current electricity production.

Sylen Offshore Wind Farm covers an area of 524 square kilometers and will feature up to 347 fixed-bottom offshore wind turbines, each towering up to 350 meters. The development also includes transformer and converter stations, along with extensive underwater cabling for efficient electricity transmission. Currently, the wind farm is in the pre-construction stage and expected to be fully commissioned in 2033.

Sinan Offshore Wind Complex

The Sinan Offshore Wind Complex is the key strategic offshore wind power plant project of South Korea located off the southwest coast near Shinan-gun. With a total capacity of 8,200 MW the project is set to become one of the largest offshore wind farms in the world. Once operational, it will generate enough clean energy to meet the needs of 12 million people across major urban centers like Seoul and Incheon.

The Sinan Offshore Wind Complex will be developed in multiple phases by a consortium of leading companies, including Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), SK E&S, Hanwha Engineering & Construction, and Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction. 

The wind farm creates over 1,600 operations and maintenance (O&M) jobs in the local economy, supported by an industrial ecosystem facilitated by partnerships like the one between TÜV SÜD Korea and KEPCO KPS. The Sinan Offshore Wind Complex will have an estimated investment of KRW 48 trillion (USD 43 billion) by 2030.

Ventos do Sul Offshore Wind Farm

The Ventos do Sul Offshore Wind Farm is an upcoming offshore wind farm in Brazil. Located in the South Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Rio Grande do Sul, the wind farm will become Brazil's one of the largest offshore wind energy projects till date. The wind power plant has a capacity of 6,507 MW and is expected to be commissioned by 2027.

One of the largest offshore wind farms will feature 482 advanced turbines, each with a nameplate capacity of 13.5 MW. The Ventos do Sul will be mounted on 150-meter-high towers and is expected to position Brazil as a leader in offshore wind power in South America.

Conclusion

These top ten wind farms represent renewable energy innovation and global ambition for net zero. Currently, the largest operating wind farms in the world, Gansu wind farm (Jiuquan wind power base), Muppandal wind farm, Dogger bank wind farm, and Jaisalmar wind park contribute a large amount of wind energy. 

With capacities ranging from 25 GW to 5.5 GW, the largest upcoming onshore wind farms in the world like Western Green Energy Hub Wind Farm, Aman Project Hybrid Wind Farm, Asian Renewable Energy Hub Wind Farm and ACWA Wind Farm represents collective commitment to sustainable development.

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