The Boorolong Wind Farm project is seeking feedback on their proposal after changing their proposal based on earlier community consultation.
Squadron Energy is inviting the community to an information session to learn about the updated layout of the proposed Boorolong Wind Farm, learn more about the overall project, and share their feedback.
The proposed wind farm, located around 15km north-west of Armidale, within the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), is going through its next stage of community consultation and planning.
It was first introduced to the local community in 2022 and has since adjusted the project layout to reduce impacts.
Currently, the proposed project consists of 71 wind turbines as well as battery storage. With an expected capacity of 426MW, it is expected to power 230,000 homes while avoiding 200,000 tonnes of emissions annually.
Squadron Energy’s General Manager Development, Alastair Smith said the project team had made some changes to the original project proposal after taking on community feedback and were now ready to hear from the community again about the updated proposal.
“We want to ensure we are engaging with the community every step of the way as this project progresses,” Mr Smith said.
“We are hosting a community drop-in session and would encourage interested community members to attend, to understand more about the proposed project and to provide feedback.
“This project will be investing in community benefits for the region, which will strengthen the local economy, create jobs, support essential community programs, and leave a legacy into the future.”
The community drop-in session is being held on Thursday 12 June from 2pm to 7pm in the Auditorium at the Armidale Ex Service Memorial Club – 137 Dumaresq St, Armidale.
Squadron Energy is a 100% Australian owned company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. Their two gigawatts of renewable energy in operation and under construction includes the large Sapphire Wind Farm between Glen Innes and Inverell.
Further information on the project can be found at boorolongwindfarm.com.au, or community members can reach out to the team on 0483 923 676 or email boorolongwind@squadronenergy.com.
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