Squadron Energy response to the draft GenCost 2024-25 report
The GenCost 2024-25 draft report released today by the CSIRO and AEMO reaffirms that for the seventh year in a row, renewables continue to have the lowest cost range of any new-build electricity generation technology, said Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals. “The report confirms that nuclear is not currently economically competitive, it won’t be ready in time […]
Squadron Energy awards local students with STEM Scholarships
Sapphire Wind Farm Operations Manager, David Williamson presented the awards this week during the respective schools’ end-of-year presentation evenings. “We’re providing these scholarships to students in the New England region to give young people skills that could be relevant to the renewables sector,” Mr Williamson said. “This is just one of many ways that we’re […]
Dragons jersey revealed with new major partner
Australia’s leading renewable energy company, Squadron Energy, working in partnership with St George Illawarra Dragons, will have the Squadron Energy logo featured on the front of the NRL and NRLW home and away playing jerseys and across club apparel. St George Illawarra Dragons CEO Ryan Webb said the club was looking forward to kicking off […]
Clarke Creek Wind Farm supporting Queensland businesses
One of those businesses is Boom Logistics, a national industrial services group with bases in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. The company specialises in providing lifting solutions, including short-term and long-term crane hire, travel towers, access equipment, and associated services. Boom Logistics National Projects Construction Manager Andrew Rowe shared some insights on […]
Latest warning from AEMO demonstrates the urgent need to replace Australia’s ageing coal fleet
Today’s market notices issued by The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) highlight the urgent need to replace Australia’s ageing coal fleet which is becoming less reliable and less competitive against cheaper renewables, said Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals. “AEMO has confirmed that the combination of high temperatures across NSW and Queensland along with coal plant […]
Thomas Behrendt: How a love for geography led to a career in renewable energy
From childhood dreams of creative pursuits to a passion for geography and renewable energy, his career reflects the importance of staying adaptable and determined. Today, Thomas plays a vital role in identifying and developing large-scale renewable energy projects that are helping Australia transition to a cleaner energy future. We asked him to reflect on his […]
New guidelines bring clarity to renewables planning
We welcome the NSW Government’s Renewable Energy Planning Framework to provide stronger guidelines to industry to ensure renewable energy projects can pass through the planning system more efficiently, bringing more critical renewable energy capacity online sooner. Importantly, the guidelines provide additional clarity on definitions, for both industry and community, which will enable developers to bring high quality […]
Dragons and Squadron Energy South West Community Blitz
The program involves a series of interactive workshops run for local students centred around the St George Illawarra Dragons’ health and wellbeing program: ‘The Best You Can Be,’ and included school visits and clinics run by NRLW Dragons players in Boorowa, Murringo and Gunning. Now in its eighth year, the program focuses on helping students make positive […]
Local community organisations get funding boost from Sapphire Wind Farm
Twice a year, 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. The Inverell Pioneer Village is one of this round’s successful organisations, receiving funding for the preservation of the George Devine Collection. […]
Continued support for CapRescue’s lifesaving work
Squadron Energy’s continued support will contribute to the vital service providing essential air ambulance and rescue missions across Central Queensland. Visiting the CapRescue hangar in Rockhampton today, Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals said his team recognises the critical role CapRescue plays in providing lifesaving emergency services and wants to ensure they have the resources needed […]