Rutherglen Solar & Storage Project:
Powered by the Queensland sun for Queenslanders
Rutherglen Solar and Storage is a cutting-edge renewable energy project, positioned for minimal impact south-east of Gladstone and designed to keep the lights on 24/7
And, better still, we’re using existing high-voltage lines to deliver clean green energy into the National Energy Market
Powering Queensland industry, jobs and 1000’s of homes
Grid forming to provide network stability
Powered by the Queensland sun
Designed to keep the lights on 24/7
Estimated construction cost of $870m
Designed for minimal visual impact
PROJECT TIMELINE
COMPLETED 2024:
Land Secured
Briefing of First Nations management representatives
Connection Application made to Powerlink
DA site investigations and reports 2024
DA lodged with Gladstone Regional Council
UNDERWAY 2024:
Cultural Heritage Management Agreement
DA assessment by Gladstone Regional Council
Grid studies, GPS, and connection Access Agreement
Future stages and timing will be announced as project approvals progress. Rutherglen is expected to be operational in 2028
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