The project has secured all necessary state and federal approvals and will now work through secondary consents with the local council and other authorities.
The EPBC approval includes conditions focused on protecting biodiversity and managing potential environmental impacts. RWE will continue to implement comprehensive environmental management and monitoring plans in line with these requirements.
The A$3 billion project will play a key role in Australia’s energy transition and deliver new energy security and jobs to the Gladstone region’s growing population and industrial base, while helping to improve electricity affordability for Queenslanders. It will create up to 500 construction jobs, as well as approximately 25 operational jobs and 300 indirect jobs over its 30-year life. The project will contribute A$500 million to Queensland during construction and A$17.5 million in community benefits.
Construction of the project is expected to start in 2027, subject to a final investment decision.
About Theodore Wind Farm
Theodore Wind Farm will comprise up to 170 turbines and a battery storage system in Banana Shire, central Queensland. The project is expected to power about 500,000 Queensland homes.
RWE is committed to working in partnership with local communities and stakeholders to ensure the project delivers shared value and supports sustainable regional development.
