Novocastrian Offshore Wind
Novocastrian Wind has received an extension on the offer of a feasibility licence for the Novocastrian Offshore Wind Farm in the Hunter offshore wind zone in New South Wales. The offer and associated conditions are being assessed in line with the new timeline defined by the Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy, and the Offshore Infrastructure Registrar.
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2010 megawatts
Indicative clean energy to connect directly to the existing grid.
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3000 direct jobs
The estimated number of direct jobs during peak construction.
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1.2 million homes
The project could generate enough electricity to power 1.2 million homes.
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200+ ongoing jobs
Anticipated roles once the project is operational.
2010 megawatts
3000 direct jobs
1.2 million homes
200+ ongoing jobs
Combining local knowledge and global experience
Novocastrian Wind, owned by international broad energy company Equinor and the experienced Australian founders behind Oceanex Energy, has received notice of intent to award a feasibility licence for a 500km2 area in the Hunter offshore wind zone, NSW Australia. The project aims to generate 2 gigawatts of offshore renewable energy using floating offshore wind turbines. Annually, that’s enough to power 1.2 million homes or to meet 10% of NSW’s annual electricity needs.
To access stronger, more consistent winds and reduce visual impact, the planned area of the Novocastrian Offshore Wind Farm is 22 to 52 kilometres off the Hunter coast. The proximity of this site to the existing port and grid infrastructure enables the delivery of renewable energy at scale with minimal transmission upgrades.
Find out more about about Novocastrian Offshore Wind Farm and our focus over the next few years once awarded a feasibility licence.