Having recently received the Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) from the NSW Department of Planning andEnvironment, DP Energy has now begun preparation of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) as a crucial step towards obtaining Development Approval (DA).
Contributing to climate objectives
Located in the South West Renewable Energy Zone (SW-REZ), the Euston wind farm aims to contribute to New South Wales’ climate action targets of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The project is expected to generate enough electricity to power up to 324,903 homes in New South Wales, integrating around 100 wind turbines and a battery energy storage system (BESS).
Impact on local development
The project will make a significant contribution to local development by supporting local jobs and community programs.
Hugh Cantwell, Head of Projects at DP Energy Australia, was enthusiastic about reaching this crucial milestone. “The acceptance of the SEARs marks a key milestone in the Euston Wind Farm project. We are delighted to be moving forward with this quality project, which aligns well with the NSW Government’s goals of transforming the electricity system into one that is affordable, clean and reliable,” said Cantwell.
Jack Murphy, DP Energy Australia’s Director of Environment and Development, also commented on this milestone, saying, “As we move into the EIA phase, I look forward to working further with the local community and the NSW Government. This project will play a crucial role in strengthening NSW’s South West Renewable Energy Zone and is a significant step towards Australia’s transition to net zero emissions.”
Founded over 30 years ago, DP Energy has developed over 1 GW of renewable energy projects to date in Australia, Canada, Ireland and the UK, with a current project pipeline of over 9 GW. DP Energy’s main Australian projects include the 320 MW Port Augusta renewable energy farm in South Australia and the 430 MW Callide wind farm in Queensland.
