Pirveli and Chero Wind Farms Advance to Construction with Goldwind Turbine Agreement
LLC Pirveli, managed by Renewable Georgian Energy (RGE), has signed an agreement with Goldwind, a globally recognized wind turbine manufacturer, for the supply, installation and commissioning of wind turbines at the Pirveli and Chero wind farm projects in Georgia. The agreement represents an important development milestone for both renewable energy projects, moving them closer to construction and their planned commercial operation by the end of 2027.
Under the terms of the contract, Goldwind will supply and install wind turbines with an individual capacity of 7.5 megawatts (MW) at Pirveli Wind Farm. Once completed, the project will have a total installed generation capacity of 112.5 MW. The agreement also covers the installation of 7.5 MW turbines at Chero Wind Farm, which is planned to have a total installed capacity of 50.4 MW.
The partnership brings together RGE’s renewable energy development and management experience with Goldwind’s expertise in wind turbine manufacturing and project implementation. The turbine supply and installation agreement is a key step toward delivering the two developments, which are among the largest privately developed wind power projects in Georgia.
Both wind farms are located in Gori Municipality, a region that will play an important role in expanding Georgia’s domestic renewable electricity generation. Their development is expected to contribute additional generating capacity to the national electricity system while supporting the country’s broader efforts to diversify its energy resources and reduce dependence on imported energy.
The signing of the agreement confirms that Pirveli and Chero have reached a significant stage in their development. With the turbine supplier selected and the installation arrangements established, the projects are advancing into the construction phase. Commercial operations at both facilities are scheduled to commence by the end of 2027, subject to the completion of construction, installation, commissioning and other required project activities.
Pirveli Wind Farm will have a planned installed capacity of 112.5 MW and is expected to generate approximately 439.6 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity annually, based on a P50 production estimate. This level of generation would provide an amount of electricity equivalent to the annual energy requirements of approximately 220,000 households.
The project is also expected to deliver significant environmental benefits through the displacement of electricity generated from higher-emission sources. According to the project’s estimates, Pirveli Wind Farm will avoid approximately 164,860 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions annually. Over an assumed operating period of 25 years, the cumulative avoided emissions are estimated to reach approximately 4.12 million tonnes.
Chero Wind Farm will provide an additional 50.4 MW of installed renewable generation capacity. Its expected annual electricity production is approximately 190 GWh, equivalent to the energy requirements of around 95,000 households. The project is projected to avoid approximately 76,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year.
Over a 25-year period, Chero Wind Farm is expected to prevent approximately 1.9 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions. Together, the two projects are projected to generate approximately 629.6 GWh of renewable electricity annually and avoid around 240,860 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year.
The combined contribution of Pirveli and Chero highlights the potential of wind power to complement Georgia’s existing electricity generation resources. Their development will introduce additional renewable generation capacity and support the country’s efforts to strengthen energy security, improve supply diversification and expand domestic electricity production.
Georgia’s electricity system has traditionally relied heavily on hydropower, which represents a major component of its domestic renewable energy resources. However, electricity demand, seasonal variations in hydropower production and the need to maintain a reliable supply mean that thermal power generation, particularly facilities using imported natural gas, and electricity imports also remain part of the country’s energy mix.
Expanding wind generation provides an opportunity to diversify this structure by introducing another source of renewable electricity. Wind farms can complement hydropower resources and contribute to a broader generation portfolio, helping Georgia make greater use of its available domestic energy potential.
The Pirveli and Chero developments are therefore expected to support the country’s renewable energy objectives while contributing to the longer-term development of its electricity infrastructure. Their combined installed capacity of 162.9 MW will represent a substantial addition to privately developed wind generation in Georgia.
Renewable Georgian Energy is a Georgian energy management company founded by Sulkhan Papashvili. The company manages a diversified renewable energy portfolio covering solar, wind and hydropower developments, with a combined capacity of approximately 1 gigawatt (GW).
RGE has established a significant pipeline of renewable energy projects and is working to advance the development of domestic generation resources across multiple renewable technologies. Its portfolio reflects the growing role of private-sector investment in Georgia’s energy industry and the development of projects designed to increase the country’s electricity production capacity.
Georgia has set an objective of reaching approximately 11,000 MW of total domestic energy generation capacity by 2035. Achieving this target will require continued investment in generation infrastructure, the development of renewable energy resources and the participation of private developers and international technology providers.
Within this context, the agreements with Goldwind represent an important step for RGE’s renewable energy development programme. The projects will add significant wind generation capacity to the country’s electricity system and demonstrate the progress being made in advancing large-scale privately developed renewable energy infrastructure.
Goldwind’s involvement will cover the supply, installation and commissioning of the turbines required for both facilities. The company’s role is central to the technical implementation of the wind generation components, supporting the transition of Pirveli and Chero from development into construction.
With planned commercial operations by the end of 2027, the two wind farms are expected to become important contributors to Georgia’s renewable electricity generation capacity. Their anticipated annual output, combined with the projected reductions in carbon emissions, underlines the scale of their expected contribution to the country’s energy transition.
The partnership between RGE and Goldwind establishes a key foundation for delivering the Pirveli and Chero wind farms and advancing Georgia’s longer-term ambitions for a more diversified and domestically supported energy system.
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