- New long-term power agreement signed to help deliver sustainable future for renewable energy in regional Queensland.
- Government owned corporation CleanCo secures 75 per cent of Kennedy Energy Park's wind energy output over a 10-year term.
- Announcement reinforces Hughenden as a strategic energy hub at the heart of the CopperString project.
- The Crisafulli Government's Energy Roadmap is delivering affordable, reliable and sustainable energy for Queenslanders.
The Crisafulli Government has secured a new long-term power supply agreement between CleanCo and clean energy provider Windlab, marking another step forward in delivering affordable, reliable and sustainable energy for Queenslanders.
The deal also strengthens the state's renewable energy backbone in the North West and demonstrates the opportunities created by the CopperString transmission line project.
Under the new 10-year agreement, CleanCo will secure 75 per cent of Kennedy Energy Park's wind energy output from mid-2028, delivering renewable power into the grid and reinforcing Hughenden's role as a strategic energy hub.
Located near Hughenden, the heart of the CopperString project, the 43MW wind farm is known for its consistently strong wind profile and dependable annual output.
Treasurer and Minister for Energy David Janetzki said the new agreement was a clear demonstration of the Crisafulli Government's Energy Roadmap delivering certainty to customers and developers.
"By partnering with industry to secure high-performing renewable generation, CleanCo is strengthening Queensland's energy mix and delivering reliable, sustainable power across the State," Treasurer Janetzki said.
"This announcement is more than electrons in the grid, it's about securing Queensland's energy future, creating regional jobs and improving the assets we have while we build what we need moving forward.
"Hughenden sits at the heart of our clean energy expansion. With CopperString connecting the North West Minerals province to the national grid, we're building the transmission highways that allow renewable energy like this wind farm to flow where it's needed most.
"We know the energy shift towards renewables can have a positive impact on regional communities, but only if it is done right."
CleanCo CEO Tom Metcalfe said the agreement reflected CleanCo's contribution to support Queensland's energy needs.
"Our customers are looking for sustainable energy they can count on, and Kennedy's strong, steady wind resource helps us deliver just that," Mr Metcalfe said.
"This deal expands CleanCo's growing portfolio of lower-emissions energy generation."
Windlab CEO John Martin said the partnership reinforced Kennedy Energy Park's role in making renewable energy more accessible for Queensland.
"Our agreement with CleanCo builds on our long history in the Flinders region and ensures Kennedy continues to contribute to Queensland's clean energy future," Mr Martin said.
"We're proud to work with a Government owned partner focused on delivering reliable sustainable energy for businesses and communities across Queensland."
Kennedy Energy Park is a hybrid renewable facility comprising 12 wind turbines (43MW), more than 55,000 solar panels (15MW) and 2MW of battery storage, designed to take advantage of complementary solar and wind resources to improve reliability and grid stability.
