Squadron Energy welcomes major milestone for NSW’s energy transition
Squadron Energy welcomes today’s announcement by the NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Penny Sharpe that Australia’s first declared Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) will formally commence construction within months. The Central-West Orana REZ is set to deliver at least 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity by 2028, connecting 7.7 gigawatts of wind and solar projects, which […]
Commencement of construction
Construction will now officially commence on Uungula Wind Farm, as we near the completion of the Twelve Mile Road upgrade. From Monday 31 March 2025, we will start initial work activities, including: The work will take place during usual construction hours, from 6am to 7pm on weekdays, and from 8am to 1pm on Saturdays. There […]
Don’t waste $1 billion on a taxpayer funded pipeline handout when we already have a solution
Quotes attributable to Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals: “If the Federal Opposition wants to deliver affordable domestic gas at $10 per gigajoule to Australians, there’s a simpler, faster, and taxpayer-free way to get it to the southern states. “The existing North-South pipeline from Queensland is already at full capacity during peak demand periods – a […]
Squadron Energy confirms it will join the Federal Government’s Developer Ratings Scheme
Squadron Energy welcomes progress on the implementation of the Federal Government’s Developer Rating Scheme, which aims to promote best practice engagement among renewable energy developers and provide landholders with clear information about reputable developers. “We are happy to be the first to put our hand up and sign up to the Developer Ratings Scheme, which will enhance […]
Spicers Creek Wind Farm community newsletter – March 2025
Following NSW project approval in October 2024, we are pleased to advise that Spicers Creek Wind Farm has also been granted Commonwealth project approval. Read more in the latest community newsletter.
Port Kembla Energy Terminal landside commissioning now complete
Landside commissioning has now been completed at Port Kembla Energy Terminal. The terminal will play an important role in delivering gas into the east coast market as we face structural gas shortfalls. By injecting gas from new sources, we can put downward pressure on gas prices for Australian households and businesses, and supply gas to firm […]
Squadron Energy highlights local job opportunities in New England REZ
Squadron Energy joined around 100 people at Armidale’s Town Hall to talk about the growing number of employment and business opportunities in New England’s renewable energy sector. The event, which was organised by local, state, and federal government and community-based organisations, highlighted the significant economic and employment opportunities that accompany the region’s commitment to renewable […]
Bookham Wind Farm project update – March 2025
Bookham Wind Farm formally entered the NSW planning system in February by requesting the Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) to prepare the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). A Scoping Report was submitted detailing key information and identifying environmental and social considerations for the project. Read more in the latest project update.
Clarke Creek Wind Farm helps keep the power on at Clarke Creek School
Clarke Creek Wind Farm has provided funding to Clarke Creek School for a generator, which is providing much needed backup power supply to the school. The generator ensures that the school can continue to meet student welfare and work health and safety requirements when there are power outages by providing running water for hydration and […]
Response to AEMO’s Gas Statement of Opportunities
The Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) latest Gas Statement of Opportunities (GSOO) has highlighted the essential role of gas-powered electricity generation in ensuring reliability and security as Australia transitions to renewables. AEMO has forecasted the risk of peak-day shortfalls and seasonal supply gaps in the southern states is expected to arise from 2028, with annual supply gaps […]