Swanbank Power Station's transformation is part of the Queensland government's aim to have 70 per cent renewable energy by 2032.
Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this articleA former coal power station outside Ipswich will be turned into a clean energy plant, the ABC can reveal.It will now be repurposed to produce clean energyThe Swanbank Power Station's transformation is part of the Queensland government's 70 per cent renewables target for 2032.
"What we're doing is progressing a master-planned approach to a precinct where we'll bring together wind energy, solar, and the production of hydrogen to make sure that we're able to keep downward pressure on electricity prices," Mr De Brenni said. "We'll be engaging with the community around what other amenities, what other resources and facilities the community need here at Swanbank," he said.
"If they're now going to consult with the community, it's definitely a step in the right direction," Mr Dodrill said.Swanbank has a long history in power generation.
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