The Queensland government has recently approved a proposal for the construction of the Tarong West, Wind Farm, which would be the largest in Australia. “The government has announced a $776 million injection of funds for the project, which will be drawn from the state’s $2 billion Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Jobs fund.” – Emilie Gramenz, ABC Reporter.
This approval is a major step forward for renewable energy in Australia, and it is sure to pave the way for even more projects in the future. Australia has been struggling to meet its emissions targets, and the use of fossil fuels has been a major contributing factor.
The wind farm would be located in the southern part of the state, and it would create thousands of jobs during the construction phase. It’s hoped that this project will help to reduce the country’s reliance on fossil fuels, and it is a step in the right direction towards a cleaner future.
Queensland Commitment to Renewable Energy
“This project with up to 150 turbines could generate 500MW capacity, enough clean electricity to power up to 230,000 homes,” – Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said.
The project still needs to be approved by the federal government, but it’s a positive sign that the Queensland government is committed to renewable energy. This commitment is furthered by their recently released Renewable Energy Action Plan. The plan sets a target of 50% renewable energy by 2030 and includes a number of initiatives to make this happen, such as a $1 billion investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
The Future of Queensland
The Tarong West wind farm project is a huge win for the environment and for Queensland as a whole. Not only will this project create hundreds of jobs, but it will also help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote the use of renewable energy. Queensland has been a leader in the move to renewable energy, and this project will help to cement its place as a global leader in green energy.
