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Pottinger Energy Park Receives Federal Approval, Set for 247-Turbine Construction

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The Commonwealth government has given final major planning approval to the Pottinger Energy Park project, a 247-turbine wind farm located between Deniliquin and Hay in New South Wales. Developers Someva Renewables and AGL Energy have revealed a proposed construction timeline for the project, which has planning approval for up to 1300 megawatt (MW) of renewable energy. The wind farm is expected to provide a significant boost to the local economy and deliver a substantial amount of clean energy to the grid.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pottinger Energy Park project has received federal government approval, marking the final major planning approval milestone.
  • The project involves the construction of 247 wind turbines, supported by a battery of up to 500 MW / 2000 MWh, with a capacity of up to 1300 MW of renewable energy.
  • The wind farm is expected to deliver up to 900 construction jobs and 55 ongoing operational roles.
  • The project has planning approval for an 831 MW Access Right in the South West Renewable Energy Zone (SW REZ) and was awarded in April 2025 by EnergyCo.
  • The project is pending a final investment decision, with the initial phase of construction set to begin in late 2026.
  • At its peak, Pottinger Energy Park could power the equivalent annual needs of about 830,000 average NSW households.
  • The project is expected to deliver at least $26 million in direct support for the community over the next 30 years through its co-designed Community Benefits Program.
  • AGL's general manager of power development, Travis Hughes, stated that the approval from the federal environment minister was "another important milestone for the project".

Statistics:

  • The Pottinger Energy Park project has planning approval for up to 1300 MW of renewable energy.
  • The wind farm will involve the construction of 247 wind turbines.
  • The project is expected to deliver up to 900 construction jobs.
  • The project is expected to deliver 55 ongoing operational roles.
  • The project has planning approval for an 831 MW Access Right in the SW REZ.
  • The battery connected to the Project EnergyConnect transmission network will have a capacity of up to 400 MW / 1600 MWh.
  • The project is expected to power the equivalent annual needs of about 830,000 average NSW households.
  • At least $26 million in direct support is expected to be delivered to the community over the next 30 years.

Sources:

  • Jac Marshall
  • Someva Renewables (www.somevarenewables.com.au)
  • AGL Energy

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