The state government of Queensland in Australia has approved a 240MW wind farm in the Western Downs region under development by RES.
The A$450m project will feature 56 turbines located at Dulacca, 250km north-west of Toowoomba.
About 400 construction jobs will be created when work kicks off early next year and 35 full-time jobs when the project becomes operational in 2021, the state government said.
RES project manager Llion Parry said: “The wind farm development approval is a significant milestone for the project and we are excited to bring a renewable energy project of this scale to the Western Downs region.
“The site for the wind farm was chosen due to its excellent wind resource, proximity to the transmission network, and low environmental impact.”
The company is also exploring the possibility of developing a solar farm at the site.
A separate planning application would have to be made for the PV project, the state government said.
Queensland state minister for development, manufacturing, infrastructure and planning Cameron Dick said: “Our government is invested in strengthening regional economies. This project will help with the continued economic diversification of Dulacca, stimulating job growth during both construction and operation.”