Community
We are committed to developing the Avenue Rd BESS in a way that is inclusive, open and beneficial to the local and broader community. Renewable energy projects are long term projects that can take years to develop and once built, operate for 20 years or more – we are committed to being a good neighbour and providing opportunities to share project benefits among the community.
Community consultation
We’ll be looking to host community drop-in sessions in Chinchilla over the coming months to provide an opportunity for the community to learn more about the project. Stay tuned for more information on dates and locations soon.
Project Benefits
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Community Fund
We recognise that a BESS development should bring benefits to the wider community and that’s why we will be establishing a community benefits fund to ensure that the wider community are able to benefit. We want to hear from you about what’s important in your community and how grants can achieve maximum benefits. We are seeking representations from local community members to help shape and define the fund to ensure that it is established in the best interests of the community.
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Other Benefits
Other benefits of the project will include local job opportunities (both during construction and operation) and investment in local businesses and contractors (such as fuel supply, vehicle servicing, uniform suppliers, hotels/motels, B&B’s, cafés, pubs, catering and cleaning companies, tradespersons, tool and equipment suppliers and many other businesses). If your business is interested in supporting the project, please contact us.