Winton Solar Farm

Welcome to Winton Solar Farm

FRV, a global renewable energy solutions provider and leading solar developer, is the owner and operator of the 85-megawatt (MW-AC) Winton Solar Farm project, near Benalla in Victoria.

A renewable and sustainable approach to energy generation can no longer be seen as an alternative solution – it is the only solution. Now operational, the solar farm will provide clean energy to over 52,000 homes.

In planning for and building renewable projects like Winton Solar Farm, FRV is leading the way in transforming Australia’s energy system to sustainably power our future.

FRV’s current portfolio of solar farms in Australia:

Bluewater

Australia

Baralaba

Australia

Sebastopol, Victoria

Australia

Walla Walla

Australia

Ravenswood

Australia

Stanhope, Victoria

Australia

Parkes NSW

Australia

Bluewater

Australia

Mintaro, South Australia

Australia

Victoria

Australia

Royalla, Australian Capital Territory

Australia

Moree, New South Wales

Australia

Queensland

Australia

Clare, Queensland

Australia

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COMMUNITY

Our business activities are responsible for much more than the mere generation of economic returns; they have a direct impact on society and the environment.

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Winton Solar Farm Community Grants Program returns in 2024

Winton Solar Farm’s Community Grants Program is returning in 2024 to support the community and make a positive contribution to the region, with applications to open next week The program is part of FRV’s commitment to social development in the communities and markets where it operates – not only through clean energy generation, but also […]

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Winton Solar Farm grants program continues for another year

Winton Solar Farm’s commitment to supporting local communities is set to continue into its third consecutive year with applications for the 2022 Winton Solar Farm Community Grants Program to open next week. As well as providing renewable energy to customers, the Winton Solar Farm has a strong commitment to contribute socio-economic benefits to the local […]

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Farming continues at Winton Solar Farm

Winton Solar Farm has been working closely with its site neighbours over the last few months to secure agreement for sheep grazing to continue on the site. AgriSolar is the latest development in the renewables industry, making use of land for energy production, grazing and other agriculture activities. Industry experts say that solar grazing can […]

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Community initiatives are up and running

Benalla Hockey Club and Glenrowan Primary School have been hard at work upgrading sports equipment and school facilities. Both have been recipients of the recent Community Grants Program, with funding allocated to support community lead initiatives. The Benalla Hockey Club grant will fund three portable, heavy duty gazebos to protect spectators at training and Fun […]

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Rooftop solar to bring down bills for local pre-school

Bernard Briggs Pre-school is expected to save around $1500 a year on electricity, thanks to some newly installed solar panels. The project was funded through the Winton Community Grants program and Benalla Sustainable Future Group’s Renewable Energy Benalla (REB) project. Benalla Sustainable Future Group are supporting community based renewable energy projects across the region. Winton […]

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FRV Australia’s Winton Solar Farm grants power up youth training, community sustainability

Organisers of a ‘Hands on Trades Day’ for North East Victoria will proceed with plans to promote career pathways for students and build a skilled, innovative and local workforce in the region thanks to a Community Grant from the Winton Solar Farm. This annual event aims to support high school students from Benalla, Mansfield and Wangaratta […]

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Winton Solar Farm to provide $35,000 in community support

Owners of the Winton Solar Farm will donate a further $35,000 to eligible community groups this October, as part of the solar farm’s annual Community Grants Program. Now in its second year, the Grants Program provides financial support to eligible local groups that promote sustainability, deliver training and community participation and promote improvements to the […]

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Winton Solar Farm October Update

This month, we profile more of our community partners and their wonderful initiatives for the Winton Glenrowan region. Details of a current Electrician position are also included. Please click here to read more.

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Winton Solar Farm Bushfire Mitigation Plan

In preparation for Operations, the Winton Solar Farm Asset Management team has prepared a comprehensive Bushfire Mitigation Plan. Developed in consultation with the local CFA, this plan outlines strategies and actions to protect human life, property, cultural and natural values from fire. A copy of this plan is available here. This plan has been developed […]

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Winton Solar Farm August Update

Our latest Monthly Construction Update is now available. Please click here to read about the latest building and other works taking place onsite.

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