The proposed Bendemeer Renewable Energy Hub would comprise the construction, operation and decommissioning of a 210-megawatt solar farm, a 200-megawatt / 300-megawatt hour Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and associated infrastructure in Bendemeer, New South Wales.
Construction of the solar farm would include the development of:
- a 210-megawatt solar farm with 50,000 PV modules
- a 200-megawatt / 300-megawatt hour BESS
- access roads
- underground and above ground cables
- on-site substation, and
- associated operational facilities
In addition to the solar farm, a wind farm is being planned for to be located on the site.
The site is situated within the NSW New England Renewable Energy Zone.
Key Dates
| Jan 2022 | Project Announcement |
| 2024 | Expected Construction Commencement |
| 2025 | Expected Construction Completion |
PROJECT HISTORY
| Jan 2022 | A scoping report and request for the Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) was released. |
| Mar 2023 | The NSW Department of Planning and Environment Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements were issued for the preparation of the Environmental Impact Statement of the project. |
Estimated Total Cost
(2022)
Sector
Energy
Procurement approach
Other |
Location
New South Wales |
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