Renewable Energy
The Rockhampton Region has quickly gained recognition as an investment ground for renewable energy projects, as a result of existing electrical infrastructure, and our skilled local workforce.
A number of private and public renewable energy systems are already under development or construction in the Rockhampton Region, with $4.6bn worth of projects in the pipeline and ongoing operations to continue until at least 2058.
The Queensland Government's Energy and Jobs Plan has identified the Capricorn region as a potential Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) capable of generating up to 1,800 megawatts of power and contributing energy to heavy industry in Rockhampton and the broader Central Queensland region. The REZ Roadmap will also see consideration given to the decarbonisation of existing industries including agriculture, construction, manufacturing and minerals processing.
Depending on the type of project it must follow an approvals procedures at the local, state and federal levels to ensure the preservation of significant environments and to meet community and legislative standards. You can find a broad overview of the approvals process here(PDF, 224KB).
Map of Renewable Energy Projects in Central Queensland
Locations on the above map are indicative only. Project representatives wishing to provide further details are encouraged to contact Advance Rockhampton.
Rockhampton Renewable Energy Projects
The Rockhampton Region is home to an ever-growing number of renewable energy projects, predominantly wind and solar. Rockhampton also serves as a logistical and support base for projects located in the broader Central Queensland region.
Proponent
ARK Energy
Generation Type
Wind
Expected Generation
1,000 megawatts (MW) (150 turbines)
Project Location
30km south west of Marlborough, 70km south of Saint Lawrence
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$3.5 billion
Peak Workforce
350+
Operational Workforce
30
Proponent
Aula Energy
Generation Type
Wind
Expected Generation
228 megawatts (MW) (38 turbines) at stage one
Project Location
40km south west of Rockhampton, 5km west of Mount Morgan
Project Status
Construction
Project Value
$750 million
Peak Workforce
250-300
Operational Workforce
12
Proponent
Genex
Generation Type
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
Expected Generation
50 megawatts (MW)
Project Location
Bouldercombe, 25km south of Rockhampton
Project Status
Operational
Project Value
N/A
Peak Workforce
N/A
Operational Workforce
N/A
Proponent
Enel Green Power Australia
Generation Type
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
Expected Generation
300 megawatts (MW)
Project Location
Bouldercombe, 25km south of Rockhampton
Project Status
Development
Project Value
~$500 million
Peak Workforce
120-150
Operational Workforce
5-10
Proponent
ACE Energy
Generation Type
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
Expected Generation
500 megawatts (MW)
Project Location
Bouldercombe, 25km south of Rockhampton
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$423 million
Peak Workforce
55
Operational Workforce
5
Proponent
Central Queensland Power
Generation Type
Wind
Expected Generation
372 megawatts (MW) (60 turbines)
Project Location
30km west of Rockhampton
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$1 billion
Peak Workforce
380
Operational Workforce
15
Proponent
Central Queensland Power
Generation Type
Solar
Expected Generation
285 megawatts (MW)
Project Location
30km west of Rockhampton
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$600 million
Peak Workforce
300
Operational Workforce
10
Proponent
Greenleaf Renewables
Generation Type
Wind and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
Expected Generation
450 megawatts (MW) (97 turbines + BESS)
Project Location
Mornish South, 40km west of Rockhampton
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$1 billion
Peak Workforce
300
Operational Workforce
10
Proponent
Neoen
Generation Type
Wind
Expected Generation
350 megawatts (MW) (60 turbines)
Project Location
South west of Mount Hopeful, midway between Rockhampton, Gladstone and Biloela
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$1 billion
Peak Workforce
220
Operational Workforce
12
Proponent
Stanwell
Generation Type
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
Expected Generation
300 megawatts (MW) (four hour duration)
Project Location
Stanwell, 25km south west of Rockhampton
Project Status
Under construction
Project Value
$747 million
Peak Workforce
80
Operational Workforce
6
Proponent
Stanwell
FACILITY Type
Training and testing facility for renewable energy
Expected Generation
Not applicable
Project Location
Stanwell, 25km south west of Rockhampton
Project Status
Development
Project Value
$110 million
Peak Workforce
TBA
Operational Workforce
6
Information correct at time of release and may be subject to change. Project representatives wishing to make revisions to their specifications are encouraged to contact Advance Rockhampton.
contact advance rockhampton
The Advance Rockhampton team is available to discuss project proposals and planning requirements for new energy projects.
Phone: + 61 7 4936 8282
Email: advancerockhampton@rrc.qld.gov.au