Collgar Renewables Announces Plans for New Projects

Collgar Renewables, operator of WA’s largest wind farm has announced plans for several new projects in key areas which are forecast to be developed to meet the significant energy demand growth over the next 20 years. With a potential production capacity of up to 1.7 GW, these new developments form part of Collgar’s business plan which will contribute to the state’s future energy needs.

Responding to the state’s growing need for renewable energy projects to meet net zero greenhouse gas emissions, Collgar has announced plans for up to five new wind projects of varying sizes. The projects are located in areas where there is a significant wind resource and that complement the existing renewable energy capacity currently in the SWIS.

“Collgar’s development pipeline is important in supporting the state government in achieving its renewable energy targets and in meeting the needs of our customers” said Collgar CEO Sam Pearce. He further explained that “The team from Collgar has deep power market expertise gained from developing and operating the existing wind farm in Merredin, and this knowledge makes Collgar well placed to ensure a streamlined development and approval pathway to bring these projects to life. We also have strong working relationships with community and critical stakeholders in our project areas, and these groups are being consulted as part of our development program.”

Collgar is 100% owned by Rest, one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member super funds with two million members and around $86 billion in funds under management (as at 30 June 2024). With Rest’s backing and the experience gained from developing and operating Collgar Wind Farm, Collgar Renewables is well positioned to develop new wind farm projects.

More information on the location and progress of these projects will be made available in the coming months as plans are further developed.