EDF Power Solutions has proposed the development of the Balala Wind Farm, a 420 MW wind generation and BESS facility, to be located west of Uralla, in the New England renewable energy zone of NSW. The project will include construction of 60 turbines and a 200MW BESS unit.
Key Dates
| Oct 2026 | Project Announcement |
| 2030 | Expected Construction Commencement |
| 2032 | Expected Construction Completion |
Procurement
| Procuring Agency: | EDF power solutions Australia |
PROJECT HISTORY
| Sep 2026 | Project proponent EDF submitted a Scoping Report and a request for SEARs to the NSW Major Project Portal. |
| Oct 2026 | The project was submitted to the Federal EPBC Portal for environmental assessment. |
| Oct 2026 | The NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure issued SEARs for the project. |
Sector
Energy
Procurement approach
Unconfirmed |
Location
New South Wales |
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