ReNew Energy Corporation, a leading renewable energy company in New South Wales, Australia, has achieved an important milestone in the development of its Salamander wind farm project. The company has successfully obtained onshore consent from the Wa λ Australian Department of Planning, Industry, and the Environment (DPIE) for the wind farm’s construction in the South West of the state.
The 460-megawatt (MW) Salamander wind farm, to be located in the Gloucester region, is expected to generate around 1,200 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity annually, enough to power over 150,000 homes. The project will also create up to 200 jobs during the construction phase and 20-30 full-time equivalent positions during the operational phase.
The consent approval marks a significant step forward for the Salamander project, which was first proposed in 2020. ReNew Energy has worked closely with local stakeholders, including the Federal and state governments, to address concerns and concerns about the project’s environmental and social impacts.
“We are thrilled to have received approval for the Salamander wind farm and look forward to construction beginning early next year,” said ReNew Energy CEO, Frank Calomo. “Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that this important project meets the highest environmental and community standards, and we are proud to be part of the region’s renewable energy future.”
The Salamander wind farm is expected to contribute to the state’s renewable energy target of 20% by 2025 and support the national goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The project will feature 94 wind turbines, with a capacity of 5-6 megawatts each, and will be built by a local construction company.
The approval of the Salamander wind farm is a significant milestone for ReNew Energy, which has a strong presence in New South Wales and has already completed several large-scale solar and wind projects in the state. The company is committed to delivering clean energy solutions to its customers and contributing to the growth of the state’s renewable energy industry.