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Clarke Creek Wind Farm receives AEMO generator registration

Stage One of Squadron Energy’s Clarke Creek Wind Farm has successfully completed generation registration with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) for the project’s central substation. “This milestone paves the way for participating in National Electricity Market and starting grid testing. It also means the project will start generating and exporting renewable energy as it […]

Twelve Mile Road upgrade well underway

Work on Twelve Mile Road currently includes: To protect flora and fauna during this work, we have installed environmental controls. All work is required to comply with the project’s planning approval conditions as well as strict state government requirements. The Twelve Mile Road upgrade will improve conditions for road users and allow the delivery of […]

Mini World Cup sponsorship helps provide opportunities for rural kids

The sponsorship supported all players in the Under 8 and Under 10 teams, in addition to providing all Cup players with a backsack. Sapphire Wind Farm Operations Manager David Williamson said he was proud to be supporting a tournament that provides rural kids with opportunities in football that they wouldn’t otherwise have. “Not only does […]

Celebrating National Biodiversity Month

September marks National Biodiversity Month which is a great time to highlight the role we all can play in preserving and protecting Australia’s incredible natural wonders and diverse ecosystems. According to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water: “Australia is one of a group of only 17 ‘mega-diverse’ countries. These countries cover […]

Port Kembla Energy Terminal only solution to Australia’s looming domestic gas shortage

Squadron Energy’s Port Kembla Energy Terminal (PKET) is the only solution capable of resolving Australia’s looming domestic gas shortage by guaranteeing supply. PKET is Australia’s only gas import terminal nearing completion. The terminal will meet forecast gas supply needs in the coming years, without the need for new gas fields in Australia. Squadron Energy CEO […]

Squadron Energy and Dragons celebrate NAIDOC Week with Wellington students

The visit, which is part of the Dragons’ health and wellbeing program: ‘The Best You Can Be,’ included ball games, breakfast and clinics run by NRL and NRLW Dragons players for local primary school students. Squadron Energy’s First Nations Engagement Facilitator Justin Toomey-White, who captains and coaches the first grade Wellington Cowboys side, said this […]

Clarke Creek Wind Farm scholarship spotlight

In the 2022 Community Benefit Fund round, Jahna Day was awarded a scholarship to pursue a dual Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness at the University of Queensland. Now in her third year of the four-year program, Jahna is dedicated to leveraging her education to make a meaningful impact on her community. Having grown […]

Riders stop in for an energy top up

The 22nd annual Ride For The Chopper saw 38 riders leave from Glen Innes on 13 September, raising funds for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. On day three of the ride, riders stopped in at Sapphire Wind Farm to acknowledge the support of Squadron Energy. Sapphire Wind Farm Operations Manager, David Williamson said Squadron Energy […]