Proposed wind farm in Scott River
Location: Scott River, Shire of Augusta and Margaret River
Stage: Feasibility
Overview
The West Australian government plans to close all government-owned coal-fired power stations by 2030. Synergy’s decarbonisation strategy means we’re continually looking for opportunities to expand our fleet of renewable generation assets.
To help support this strategy, Synergy has delivered a feasibility assessment for a potential wind farm in Scott River. The assessment explored a range of social, community, technical and environmental factors to determine whether a wind farm in Scott River is feasible.
Snapshot
Up to 20 turbines
Up to 100 MW
Turbine height up to 250 m
$100,000 annual Community Benefit Fund
Approximately 150 jobs during construction
Wind farm approvals
Following Synergy’s Development Approval application for the proposed wind farm in Scott River, the Regional Development Assessment Panel met on 30 April and granted Development Approval, subject to detailed conditions.
The proposed wind farm has now received the necessary environmental and planning approvals.
The Development Approval is initially for a period of five years. Before the proposed wind farm can proceed, Synergy will take time to carefully review the detailed and extensive conditions and assess the requirements to meet them. A comprehensive analysis, including consideration of these requirements, will also be undertaken to determine the commercial feasibility and timing of the proposed wind farm.
Synergy will continue to keep the community updated as the analysis progresses.
More information about the Regional Development Assessment Panel meeting outcome can be found on their website.
Visuals
Synergy conducted a landscape and visual impact assessment. The purpose of this assessment is to understand if the wind turbines would be visible from key locations. Viewpoints were selected where turbines would be most likely to be seen.
The following images have been developed with software to represent views of the proposed wind farm. These images depict a maximum number of 20 turbines at the maximum possible height of 250m. The final number and height of the turbines will be determined based on the results of the feasibility assessment and manufacturer availability.
Viewpoint from Augusta Hotel
Viewpoint from Brockman Highway
Viewpoint from Albany Terrace beach access
Viewpoint from Flinders Bay
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Project Exploration ✓
Identifying and investigating an area’s potential for energy generation through desktop research and early engagement with landowners.
Studies and Approvals •
Conducting detailed studies to determine the technical, social and commercial viability of a project. This includes engaging with the community, measuring the resource, conducting surveys and obtaining relevant approvals.
Financial Feasibility
Engaging suppliers to procure services and equipment. Exploring funding opportunities and progressing grid connection process.
Construction
Preparing the site and constructing the project infrastructure.
Operations
Operating and maintaining the facility and associated infrastructure to generate energy.
End of Life
Extending the life of the facility, rebuilding it with newer technology, or closing and restoring the site. Where possible, materials are recycled, re-used or repurposed.
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Map - proposed layout
Video
Contact us
Community Team — Erin
0482 993 106 | community@synergy.net.au
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