The over US$20 million project will be located in the north of the island and aims to lead the global transition to green energy
The Australian government has approved the construction of the world’s largest solar power complex, Informed Minister of Environment and Water, Tanya Plibersek, this Wednesday (21 August 2024).
The project, worth over US$20 million, is said to be Australia-Asia Powerlinkproposed by the private sector Sunkablewill be located in the north of the island and aims to lead the global transition to green energy. Here is Complete of the project (PDF – 406 KB, in English).
“This is a generation-defining piece of infrastructure. It will be the world’s largest solar complex and make Australia a world leader in green energy.Plibersek said of the initiative.
With the capacity to generate 6 gigawatt-hours, the complex aims to supply 3 million Australian homes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. AndEventually, it will have a submarine cable connecting to Singapore, which will meet 15% of the country’s energy needs when completed in the early 2030s.
The 12,000 hectare solar farm will include 36-42 gigawatt hours of energy storage and 800km of transmission lines.”This would mean an additional 14,300 new jobs in northern Australia and boost our research and manufacturing capability in renewable technology.The minister said.
On social media, the initiative raises doubts about the potential environmental impact arising from the construction of the plant. However, the project reinforces its commitment to sustainability, and informs that it is working through the Australian and international approval processes.
