Inverell-based employees, Simon White and Chris Sippel, joined Nick White, who moved to Glen Innes with his family to work at the wind farm, on the work trip to China.

All three commented on their excitement regarding the opportunity to undertake intensive training.

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“It’s a great opportunity to upskill our team now for future Goldwind projects,” Chris said. 

“It’s an adventure as some team members have never been to China – or overseas before,” Chris said.

Simon commented that he considered himself as incredibly lucky to be able to participate training.

“I think personally for me, it allows me to continue to be an active contributor towards reaching Australia’s Renewable Energy Target, and working to achieve a greener, more sustainable future for generations of Australians,” Simon said.

“To personally witness and be a part of this amazing innovation as Goldwinds’ renewable technology continues to advance, is truly an honour.” 

The third employee who is part of the China delegation, Nick, said 

“I feel very fortunate to be working in the role and I’m very excited for my first trip outside of Australia.”

Nick said the local community had been incredibly welcoming after he relocated his family from Muswelbrook to work at the wind farm.

The wind farm is being built by Goldwind Australia, a subsidiary of Goldwind, the Chinese manufacturer of wind farm turbines.

The Chinese government is also involved through the China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group (CECEP).

White Rock Wind Farm has 70 Goldwind advanced turbines installed with a capacity of 175 megawatts (MW).

The wind farm has the capacity to power approximately 105,000 NSW homes with renewable energy each year. The project will contribute $175,000 per year into the local community through the community benefits fund.