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AGL and Someva Renewables Joint Venture to develop 1.5 GW Pottinger Renewable Energy Park in Australia

Last Updated on Jun 25, 2024, 04:00 AM IST
AGL and Someva Renewables Joint Venture to develop 1.5 GW Pottinger Renewable Energy Park in Australia

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AGL and Someva Renewables have formed a joint venture to develop Pottinger Energy Park, which is expected to consist of a 1.2 GW wind farm, a 300 MW solar farm, and a 500 MW / 2000 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). The project is in the early stages of development, with preliminary community engagement and planning applications underway.

 

Project Location

AGL and Someva Renewables Joint Venture to develop 1.5 GW Pottinger Renewable Energy Park in Australia

project site

 

The proposed Pottinger Energy Park project is located approximately 60km south of Hay and 75km north of Deniliquin in NSW’s historic Western Riverina region. The project is located within NSW’s South West Renewable Energy Zone.

 

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Project Objectives

The primary objective is to generate clean and renewable electricity on a large scale. The expected output of the park, estimated to power over 850,000 homes, is a significant step towards reducing Australia's reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions.

 

The project is designed to provide a significant economic boost to the surrounding region. It's estimated to create up to 800 jobs during construction and 60 ongoing operational jobs, contributing to local employment and economic growth.

 

 

Project Timeline

 

2022-2023

Initial consultations

2023-2024

Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)

(Q2) 2024

Public Exhibition of EIS

2026

Procurement and Early Development

2026-2028

Construction

2028

Commencement of Operations


 

About Someva Renewables

 

 

Someva Renewables, a key player in the Pottinger Energy Park project, is a 100% Australian renewable energy company headquartered in Sydney. Their focus lies on collaborating with various stakeholders to develop and deliver industry-leading renewable energy projects across Australia.

 

Someva has a proven track record of developing various renewable energy projects, including wind and solar farms. They possess the expertise to manage the entire development process, from initial feasibility studies to securing construction permits and financial backing.  

 

To further learn about their upcoming and ongoing projects, refer to our renewable energy database.

 

 

About AGL

AGL Energy Limited (AGL) is a prominent Australian energy company. AGL is Australia's largest electricity generator and holds a significant share of the retail energy market. with a rich history dating back to 1837. They play a significant role in the country's energy sector, being involved in both the generation and retail of electricity and gas for both residential and commercial consumers.

 

 

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