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We understand that the wider community will be interested to learn more about this project and the developers driving it. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions, however if you require further information, please contact the team.
Cubico Sustainable Investments is a leading global developer, operator and long-term owner of clean energy assets. Cubico was established in 2015, and has operations across 9 counties (UK, Spain, Italy, Greece, Mexico, Uruguay, USA, Colombia and Australia).
In Australia, we have offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Our Australian projects include the Wambo Energy Hub in Jandowae, Queensland and the Delburn Wind Farm in Gippsland, Victoria, alongside many early-stage developments across both states.
We are committed to playing a significant role in the world’s transition to clean energy while prioritising environmental and social responsibility. For further information about Cubico Sustainable Investments, visit our website.
Cubico, as a developer, owner and operator of renewable energy projects worldwide, has the financial backing to be part of the wind farm from development, through construction and into operation. We are here for the long run and to develop great projects that can join our portfolio of operating assets.
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Selecting the right site consists of many factors such as the quality of wind resource, willing landowners, environmental and heritage matters, grid proximity and community impact.
We ensure all steps, from site studies to planning applications, are approached with care, integrity and frequent communication. Our goal is to create sustainable energy solutions in harmony with the community and environment, tailoring our approach to each unique Australian state and locality.
The project is projected to generate up to 1.45 GW of clean affordable energy — the equivalent of powering over 700,000 homes across Queensland. This will be achieved through a combination of up to 183 wind turbine generators, solar and battery energy storage system (BESS).”
The Project area is approximately 30,000 ha and sits on land that is primarily used for cattle grazing, sitting within the Western Downs Regional Council.
The project is being designed to complement and enhance the longstanding agricultural operations of the host landholders, through responsible and collaborative project design.
Protection of flora and fauna is a key element of wind farm project planning and delivery and as such, wind farm proposals are subject to very stringent environmental and planning assessments and controls to ensure that any potential impacts are carefully considered.
Across our global portfolio of projects, Cubico prioritises environmental and social responsibility. This means that we strive to limit our impact to flora and fauna wherever possible.
Our team is actively working with environmental experts to minimise or offset any adverse impacts to the environment, including flora, fauna, water quality, and soil health. We are committed to implementing a comprehensive plan that adheres to environmental best practices.
The project is subject to stringent environmental planning assessments and controls to ensure any potential impacts to the local ecosystem are carefully considered.
You can find more information about the Middle Creek Energy Hub in several ways:
You can find more information about the Middle Creek Energy Hub by:
The Middle Creek Energy Hub will deliver a range of local community and broader benefits, including:
A Community Benefit Fund is a pool of money set aside by Middle Creek Energy Hub to support projects and initiatives in local communities near the project.
Further information about the Fund, including how to apply, will be released in due course.
Wind turbines capture wind energy within the area swept by their blades. The spinning blades drive a generator that produces electricity for export into the national grid.
Technological advances in the renewables sector means wind turbines are now larger and more efficient and make increasing use of intelligent technology. Rotor diameters and hub heights have been increased to capture more wind and produce more energy per turbine. These advances in technology also mean that fewer turbines are needed to produce the same amount of energy.
Along with solar, wind energy is one of Australia’s main sources of renewable energy, generating enough electricity in 2020 to meet 35.9% of Australia’s electricity, 9.9% from wind.
Wind farms are expected to have an operational life of 30 years, during which time they are carefully managed and maintained. When wind turbines reach the end of their practical life, they are decommissioned and removed. The wind farm owner is responsible for deconstruction, removal and remediation of the site.
Recycling of wind turbines is a key consideration for the industry. Approximately 85% of the materials including steel towers, copper cabling and aluminium components are readily recycled in steelworks and foundries. There are also now a variety of ways of dealing with the blades, including:
Research is ongoing into redesigning blades using materials such as thermoplastic resin or carbon fibre instead of fibreglass so that they can be more readily recycled into higher-value end products.
Battery energy storage is a system that stores excess electricity for later use.
It's like a giant rechargeable battery for Australia. When we are producing more energy than we are using (like on sunny days), the excess is stored. When we need more than we are producing (cloudy days with less wind), the stored energy is released into the grid.
This factsheet has been developed by the Queensland Renewable Energy Council:
Cubico Sustainable Investments recognises the First Peoples of this nation and their ongoing connection to culture and country. We acknowledge First Nations Peoples as the Traditional Owners, Custodians and Lore Keepers of the world’s oldest living culture and pay respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
Cubico Sustainable Investments recognises the First Peoples of this nation and their ongoing connection to culture and country. We acknowledge First Nations Peoples as the Traditional Owners, Custodians and Lore Keepers of the world’s oldest living culture and pay respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.