Maryvale Solar & Energy Storage Project

The area has great sun, relatively flat and cleared land, is suitable for agrisolar sheep grazing after construction, and is relatively close to the Transgrid Wellington Terminal Station that links the local electricity grid to Australia’s Eastern seaboard power network. These are all great qualities for a potential utility-scale solar site.

Utility-scale solar projects are one of the most environmentally friendly and sustainable ways of generating clean, reliable, and renewable power. They produce practically no noise or waste, require minimal maintenance, and can accommodate ongoing agrisolar practices. At the end of their serviceable life the land can be reverted to its original use.

Solar panels use low reflectivity glass and are designed to absorb as much light as possible in order to maximise their energy generation. When the light hits the panels at a low angle they can reflect some light, however the average reflection of a solar panel is less than a car windscreen

During the peak construction phase, we estimate approximately 360 jobs will be created as part of delivering the Project. Our team will work with the Industry Capability Network to ensure local and regional businesses, as well as workers, remain up-to-date with Project developments and are given every opportunity to get involved.

The utility-scale solar site is expected to operate for at least 30 years. After decommissioning, the infrastructure will be removed and returned to its pre-works condition. The Project will not have any long-term effects on agricultural productivity or future land use.