OX2 Takes Ownership of Dinner Hill Wind Farm and Harvest BESS Projects in Western Australia
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OX2, a Swedish renewable energy developer, has officially acquired and begun development of the Dinner Hill Wind Farm and Harvest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in Western Australia. Thes projects,located within the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) grid,represent a significant investment in the state’s renewable energy transition and mark OX2’s first onshore wind project in Australia. https://www.ox2.com/news/ox2-takes-possession-of-dinner-hill-wind-farm-and-harvest-bess-in-western-australia/
Project Details and Timeline
The Dinner Hill Wind Farm and Harvest BESS will connect to the SWIS power grid via separate transmission lines within the project area. The Harvest BESS is slated to be operational in 2029, while the Dinner hill Wind Farm is expected to begin generating power in 2032. https://www.ox2.com/news/ox2-takes-possession-of-dinner-hill-wind-farm-and-harvest-bess-in-western-australia/
OX2 initially announced its intention to acquire the projects in 2023, tho specific details regarding approvals were initially unclear. The company has stated it is actively managing the approval process. https://reneweconomy.com.au/ox2-acquires-dinner-hill-wind-farm-in-wa-with-harvest-bess-in-tow-18641/
Community Engagement and Approvals
Currently, OX2 is undertaking a community engagement process to gather feedback and address concerns from local residents and Traditional owners. Meetings are scheduled at the Badgingarra community Center on Friday,November 28th,between 2-6pm,and during the Badgingarra Christmas Markets on Sunday,November 30th,between 10am and 2pm. https://www.ox2.com/news/ox2-takes-possession-of-dinner-hill-wind-farm-and-harvest-bess-in-western-australia/
The projects are still awaiting final environmental and heritage approvals before construction can commence. This process is standard for large-scale renewable energy projects in Australia, ensuring potential impacts are thoroughly assessed and mitigated.
OX2’s Growing Australian Portfolio
The acquisition of Dinner Hill Wind Farm represents a significant milestone for OX2, marking its first onshore wind project in Australia. The company entered the Australian market two years ago and now boasts a portfolio exceeding 3 GW of renewable energy and storage projects across Victoria,New South Wales,Queensland,South Australia,and Western Australia. https://www.ox2.com/news/ox2-takes-possession-of-dinner-hill-wind-farm-and-harvest-bess-in-western-australia/
Stephen Symons, Vice President of OX2 Australia, emphasized the company’s commitment to the region, stating, “These projects in Western Australia demonstrate our long-term commitment to growing renewable energy in Australia and delivering lasting benefits for local communities.” He further highlighted the projects’ potential to contribute to the state’s energy transition and stimulate regional economic development through job creation and local investment. https://www.ox2.com/news/ox2-takes-possession-of-dinner-hill-wind-farm-and-harvest-bess-in-western-australia/
Key Takeaways:
* OX2 has acquired the Dinner Hill Wind Farm and Harvest BESS projects in Western Australia.
* Harvest BESS
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