Major Contract

Pottinger Wind Farm

PROJECT STATUS
Announced
Pottinger Wind Farm

The Pottinger Wind Farm, part of the Pottinger Energy Park, will include up to 247 turbines with total generation capacity of 1.3 gigawatts. The project will also include a 500 MW/2 GWh BESS.

Key Dates

2026 Expected Construction Commencement

Procurement

Procuring Agency: Someva Renewables

PROJECT HISTORY

Jun 2023 Someva Renewables lodged a scoping report for the project alongside a Request for SEARs to the NSW Department of Planning and Environment.
Jul 2023 SEARs were issued for the project.
Mar 2024 Supplementary NSW Planning Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) were issued for the project.
Jun 2024 The project's Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was placed on public exhibition, closing 4 July. The EIS detailed a revised scope with total generation capacity increased to 1.3 gigawatts from 750 megawatts.
Jul 2025 The project recieved development approval from the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
Estimated Total Cost
(2024)
Sector
Energy
Procurement approach
Other |
Location
New South Wales |
Resources
Project website
Pottinger Energy Park
Government resources
NSW Planning Portal
EPBC Portal