Temporary accommodation for renewable energy workers to be built in Dubbo
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, has worked with Dubbo Regional Council to secure a site to develop temporary accommodation for workers on renewable energy projects close to Dubbo. Squadron will lease 10 hectares of council-owned land to house workers during the construction phase of its projects. After being used for workforce accommodation the […]
Moreton Hill Wind Farm community newsletter – February 2025
The team is currently working on several assessments for the project’s Environmental Report to support the planning permit application. These include biodiversity, flora and fauna, cultural heritage, traffic and transport, civil design and wind monitoring. Read more in the latest community newsletter.
Dragons ready to breathe fire with fans in Mudgee
St George Illawarra Dragons players will make a special appearance in Mudgee at Lawson Park, ahead of their annual Charity Shield match against South Sydney Rabbitohs on Saturday 22 February. Hosted by leading renewable energy company and Dragons major partner, Squadron Energy, the community event will feature a ball toss competition, the chance to win […]
Squadron Energy scholarship empowering First Nations students in renewable energy
Squadron Energy, in partnership with the University of Newcastle, is again offering the Squadron Energy Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship. This scholarship highlights Squadron Energy’s commitment to creating opportunities for First Nations students to excel in higher education, particularly in fields pivotal to Australia’s sustainable energy future. The scholarship aims to support Aboriginal and […]
Clarke Creek Wind Farm project update – February 2025
The project team have been working hard after the break and have successfully completed installation of 72 wind turbines at Clarke Creek Wind Farm. Having almost reached the three-quarter milestone, we are on track to complete the erection of all 100 turbines by June 2025. Read more in the latest project update.
Hope O’Dea: navigating the evolving renewable energy landscape
Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what you do at Squadron Energy? I started my career in town planning, where I gained an understanding of the regulatory, spatial and commercial aspects of land use and development. I later transitioned into a project development role where I focused on identifying and securing land […]
Clarke Creek Wind Farm supports local businesses
Squadron Energy is proud to work with local employers to build Clarke Creek Wind Farm, located 150km north-west of Rockhampton and 150km south of Mackay on the land of the Barada Kabalbara Yetimarala (BKY) peoples. One of those businesses is Marlborough Motors, who have been servicing all the project vehicles on a regular basis since […]
Squadron Energy welcomes Queensland’s commitment to community consultation
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, welcomes the Queensland Government’s requirement for new wind energy developments to consult with local councils, communities and stakeholders, Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals said. “We support the Queensland Government continuing to partner with industry and peak bodies to manage the challenges of the transition and to deliver benefits […]
Oversize overmass transport update – January 2025
OSOM movements are continuing at Clarke Creek Wind Farm and include 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 5am and 7am. From 6 February 2025, deliveries will […]
Santa makes special Wellington visit thanks to support from Squadron Energy
Squadron Energy’s sponsorship of the Wellington WINS Community Centre (WINSCC) Christmas party in December helped provide presents to local teenagers, and photos with Santa for his biggest fans. The WINSCC Christmas party is one of the biggest events on the Wellington calendar, and went off with a bang in December 2024. Squadron’s support helped fund […]