Written by Squadron Energy |
Squadron Energy is inviting the community to provide feedback on a proposed wind farm located on Eastern Maar Country, around 10km south of Ararat, Victoria.
The proposed Ballyrogan Wind Farm is in the initial stage of community consultation and planning and will have up to 164 turbines and a battery energy storage system.
Squadron Energy’s General Manager of Development Alastair Smith said the project is still in its early planning stages, with community input being a key focus from the outset.
“Our top priority is the local community,” Mr Smith said.
“We’re committed to involving residents early in the process so we can collaborate and shape this project together.”
“We’ll be holding community drop-in sessions and encourage anyone interested to come along, learn more about the proposal, and share their thoughts with our team.”
“This project has a strong focus on delivering lasting benefits to the region, supporting the local economy, creating job opportunities, funding vital community programs, and leaving a positive legacy for years to come.”
The proposed wind project will produce enough electricity to power around 1.1 million homes and prevent 900,000 tonnes of emissions annually. The project will connect to the electricity network north of Elmhurst, via a 45km 220kV overhead transmission line..
The community drop-in sessions are being held on Thursday 26 June from 10am to 4pm at Alexandra Oval Community Centre, 1 Warratah Avenue Ararat, and Monday 30 June from 3pm – 8pm at Tatyoon Hall, 2728 Tatyoon Road Tatyoon.
Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia.
We are 100% Australian owned with 2 gigawatts of renewable energy in operation and under construction.
To date, Squadron Energy has generated enough renewable electricity to prevent 8 million tonnes of emissions, while creating 2,100 direct jobs and injecting $350 million into regional economies.
Further information on the project can be found at ballyroganwindfarm.com.au, or community members can reach out to the team on 0483 902 584 or email ballyroganwind@squadronenergy.com.
