What Renewable Energy Projects Mean for You

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Western Australia is growing

More people are choosing to live, work, study and do business in our great State. Our economy is growing, becoming more diverse and resilient as existing industries expand and we embrace emerging sectors like critical minerals processing and green steel. This is resulting in increasing demand for energy.

WA is modernising its electricity system by delivering new renewable generation, energy storage and transmission projects so we can meet this growth with affordable and reliable low emissions energy.

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What does this mean for me and my community?

The energy transition will create new opportunities for communities hosting renewable infrastructure. Opportunities can include employment, new trade for local businesses and community benefits like infrastructure investment.

Projects can also provide a steady stream of income for farmers and landowners who host projects on their private land. This extra income can help support farming operations and keep local communities strong for the future.

At the same time, new projects can also bring changes to local landscapes and communities. That’s why PoweringWA is here to support communities through the transition.

What does this mean for WA?

Transitioning to renewable energy means lower emissions and a stronger Western Australian economy powered by reliable and affordable electricity. It will create jobs, attract investment and position our State as a leader in the global clean energy transition.

As we shift to renewables, PoweringWA is committed to working with and supporting communities hosting renewable energy projects every step of the way.

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Get in touch

If you have questions, concerns or need help to find more information, please email our PoweringWA Community Support team at PoweringWAsupport@deed.wa.gov.au.

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I'm a Landowner

Private landowners, especially those in regional areas, are playing an important role in the State’s energy transition by hosting new renewable generation and energy storage projects.

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I'm Part of a Hosting Community

The energy transition will create opportunities for communities hosting renewable infrastructure, including local employment, growth for local businesses and investments in communities and infrastructure.

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I'm a Traditional Owner

The State Government is committed to making sure that Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities can participate in the energy transition with the tools and information they need to realise new opportunities.

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