Project Updates
Project Update – June 2024
Here is an update on the wind farm project with some highlights:
→ Upper Hunter Energy Park: A Major Renewable Project
The Upper Hunter Energy Park (UHEP), formerly Kyoto Energy Park, is a 75.6 MW wind farm project near Scone, NSW. It will power 27,000 homes annually, reduce CO₂ emissions by 135,000 tonnes each year, and create around 200 construction jobs and up to 5 long-term operational roles.
→ Construction Ready by 2026
Now owned by Maven Renewable Energy, the project is finalising design and procurement arrangements, with construction activities expected to begin in 2026. Key components include 18 wind turbines, a new substation at the project site, and a 66kV overhead powerline linking back to the existing Scone Ausgrid substation.
→ Commitment to Community & Environment
Once operational, the project will re-establish local shared benefit schemes through the Moobi and Wanaruah Foundations, supporting education, health, culture, and the environment. A Community Consultative Committee (CCC) will ensure ongoing dialogue with local stakeholders.
→ Refined Powerline Plan
A revised 66 kV overhead power line route is proposed to connect the site to the grid at Scone. The route aims to reduce environmental and visual impacts while improving efficiency, and is subject to a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for approval.
One of the most important elements we’re focusing on now is the proposed 66 kV overhead line route. This new connection will link the energy park to the existing electricity grid at Scone, ensuring the clean power generated by our turbines can be delivered efficiently to homes and businesses.
The route is being carefully designed to minimise the distance, reduce impacts on vegetation and farmland, and limit visual impacts for neighbours. This is part of our commitment to balancing renewable energy generation with respect for the local landscape and community.
As the plans take shape, we look forward to sharing more about how this vital infrastructure will fit into the region.
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The Project is expected to be operational for 25+ years. This long-term commitment ensures we continue to create employment opportunities during the operating and maintenance stages of the Project.