DP Energy has been granted EPBC approval for its proposed Callide Wind Farm, which will consist of up to 70 wind turbines and have a capacity of 430MW.

Construction on the Callide Wind Farm is expected to commence in 2025. The project is located in the Calliope Range, approximately 22km northeast of Biloela and 75km south-west of Gladstone.

Upon completion, it is expected to produce enough energy to power an average of 130,000 Queensland households and support Queensland’s target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent by 2030.

DP Energy said the project will create direct employment opportunities during construction and operation and indirect opportunities through increased demand for local products, materials, and services.

DP Energy Australia’s Head of Development, Hugh Cantwell, said, “We are very pleased to have achieved this key milestone for the project.

“We look forward to advancing the project towards construction and making a meaningful contribution to Queensland’s renewable energy future.”