Major Contract

Thunderbolt Energy Hub - Stage One

PROJECT STATUS
Announced
Thunderbolt Energy Hub - Stage One

The Thunderbolt Energy Hub is a proposed hybrid renewable energy project combining around 380 megawatts (MW) of wind, 120 MW of solar generation and a 400 MW battery, to be delivered across two stages. The project is located in the New England Renewable Energy Zone.

Stage One is expected to comprise a 230-MW wind farm on properties to the north-west of the New England Highway.

Financing

The project is being developed and financed by Neoen

The Federal Government will provide revenue underwriting for the project through a Capacity Investment Scheme Agreement.

Procurement

Procuring Agency: Neoen

PROJECT HISTORY

Dec 2020 The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment issued the Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements for the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment.
Nov 2021 SEARs issued by the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment for Stage One, taking scope changes into account.
May 2024 The NSW Government granted development consent for Stage One of the project, being up to 32 wind turbines.
Dec 2024 The project was selected as part of the Federal Government's first Capacity Investment Scheme Tender Round. The Federal Government will provide revenue underwriting for the project through a Capacity Investment Scheme Agreement. The scope of Stage One was also increase from 192 megawatts to 230 megawatts.