Sapphire Wind Farm funding provides support to Iocal organisations
Twice a year, Squadron Energy’s Sapphire Wind Farm invites local community organisations to submit applications for a share of funding that can be used on equipment and infrastructure purchases, repairs and renovations, and programs and events. Inverell Community Support were amongst the applications received and were successful in receiving funding for the purchase of a […]
Squadron Energy welcomes two key developments on Australia’s pathway to net zero
Squadron Energy welcomes the findings from Australia’s second Annual Climate Change Statement tabled by Minister for Energy, Chris Bowen in Parliament today. “While it’s clear significant progress has been made, today’s report shows we must work quickly to transform Australia’s energy future, ensuring we support communities as we move forward in Australia’s renewable energy rollout,” […]
Squadron Energy welcomes Capacity Investment Scheme expansion
Squadron Energy has endorsed the federal government’s planned expansion of the Capacity Investment Scheme to include variable renewable projects. “Providing certainty is key to boosting investor confidence in Australia’s renewable energy rollout,” said Squadron Energy CEO Jason Willoughby. “Today’s announcement that the Capacity Investment Scheme will expand to include 23GW of new renewable capacity is […]
Koorakee Energy Park community newsletter – November 2023
The proposed Koorakee Energy Park, about 12km north of Euston in NSW, consists of a wind farm with up to 167 wind turbines approximately 270m in height, a solar farm and battery energy storage. Koorakee Energy Park is in the early stages of development. The project will include extensive community input and a rigorous assessment […]
Oversize overmass transport update
Oversize overmass (OSOM) movements to the Clarke Creek Wind Farm project site are continuing, including ongoing transportation of turbine components and ancillary electrical components. The OSOM deliveries take place overnight with police escorts in place where required. The loads depart Gladstone Port between 11.30pm and 1am, arriving at site between 5.30am and 7.30am. These times […]
Upcoming Koorakee Energy Park Community Drop-In Session in November
The Koorakee Energy Park team invites you to a Community Drop-In Session to learn more about the proposed renewable energy park and provide your feedback and perspective. Drop-In Session When: Thursday 30 November, Midday – 7p.m. Location: Foyer of Robinvale Community Arts Centre37 Robin St, Robinvale 3549 RSVP is not required, refreshments will be provided.
Farmers contribute to cleaner energy and community benefits
Squadron Energy’s Bango Wind Farm, one of the largest wind farms in New South Wales, opened in April this year, bringing benefits to landowners and the broader community. Wal Archer is one of nine host landowners for Bango Wind Farm, whose farm now houses wind turbines that are helping prevent 543,000 tonnes of carbon emissions […]
Clarke Creek Wind Farm Project Update – November 2023
Stage One of Clarke Creek Wind Farm achieved a major milestone recently with the successful installation of the first wind turbine. Read more in the latest project update.
Addressing environmental concerns at Clarke Creek
Squadron Energy has a zero-harm policy for native animals and holds itself to the highest environmental standards. No koala has been injured or killed during construction of the Clarke Creek Wind Farm and clearing for stage one is 60 per cent complete. We have experienced wildlife officers on site who conduct assessments 24 hours before […]
More community groups to benefit from local wind farm
The yearly fund provides support to community groups and projects that benefit the local community. The Clarke Creek Campdraft Committee were amongst the successful applicants last year, having received funding to upgrade their kitchen facilities. Secretary of the Clarke Creek Campdraft, Kerry Wallace has thanked the Clarke Creek Wind Farm Community Consultive Committee for awarding […]