As the world heads towards a cleaner, renewable future, the Northern Territory is in a prime position to capitalise on the economic opportunities this presents.

The proposed Darwin Renewable Energy Hub (REH) is a key initiative in the Territory to boost renewable energy generation while lessening greenhouse gas emissions as we transition to a net zero world.

A diverse mix of renewable energy resources, battery storage and traditional thermal gas generation ensures energy security, downward pressure on electricity costs, and job opportunities for Territorians.

The proposed Hub will co-locate up to six large-scale solar farms near existing transmission infrastructure to maximise generation and minimise connection costs.

The proposed site is located on the west side of Finn Road, comprising 940 hectares of Crown Land about 19km south of Palmerston and 4km north of Berry Springs. The development area within the proposed site is approximately 500ha.

Once completed, the Hub will have the capacity to generate up to 180 – 210 megawatts of renewable energy, playing an important role in delivering more affordable, secure and cleaner energy for Territory households and businesses connected to the Darwin-Katherine electricity system.

AlI the electricity produced will be fed directly into the Darwin-Katherine grid, supplying renewable power to Territory households and businesses.

The Department of Mining and Energy is seeking public feedback on the proposed development of the Darwin Renewable Energy Hub, including input on the preferred site location, to provide your feedback, go to the Have Your Say website.