Jera Nex bp Applies for EPBC Approval for 1 GW Blue Mackerel Offshore Wind Project in Victoria
The Blue Mackerel offshore wind project, a 50:50 joint venture between Jera and bp, seeks approval under the Australian EPBC Act to build a 1 GW offshore wind farm in Victoria's Gippsland region. The project, granted Major Project Status in October, aims to reduce reliance on coal and will feature up to 70 turbines with capacities of 15-23 MW each.
The facility will connect to the Victorian electricity network via VicGrid's proposed hub near Giffard, utilizing 275 kV export cables. Construction is expected to take 2-3 years, with a lifespan of 40 years post-operation.
Additionally, the Australian Renewable Energy Hub, developed by InterContinental Energy, secured a $21 million grant to advance its green hydrogen production project, which could produce 1.6 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually. This project is crucial for transitioning the Pilbara region towards green iron production.
