Tilt Renewables has secured a significant advancement with federal environmental approval for its Waddi Wind Farm project in Western Australia.
This 108MW wind farm, located approximately 150 kilometres north of Perth, is set to become the company’s first project in the state, marking an important expansion for Tilt Renewables into Western Australia’s renewable energy market.
When fully operational, the Waddi Wind Farm will generate enough clean energy to power up to 68,000 homes.
It is expected to prevent the release of around 286,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually, contributing substantially to regional and national emissions reduction targets.
In response to the approval, Tilt Renewables CEO Anthony Fowler remarked: “This is a significant milestone for Tilt Renewables with the Waddi Wind Farm becoming our first project in Western Australia.
“The Commonwealth’s approval clears one of the last remaining hurdles for the project with a final investment decision on the project expected in the coming weeks.”
Fowler said: “The conditions in the approval reflect the work we have been doing with land holders and the local community to refine the proposal to minimise impacts on the local environment.”
The Waddi Wind Farm represents a major infrastructure investment, with construction costs estimated at over $400 million.
This investment is expected to create substantial economic opportunities for local businesses and regional suppliers.
Local industry involvement is anticipated to be a key feature of the project delivery, supporting regional jobs and economic growth.
Furthermore, the development is projected to facilitate more than 150 new jobs during construction and provide six permanent positions once operational.
Over its lifespan, the project will also channel over $3.9 million into community benefit funding.
The timing for the project’s final investment decision is imminent, with Tilt Renewables currently finalising construction contracts and internal processes.
Commercial operation is targeted for the second half of 2028, positioning Waddi as a significant contributor to Western Australia’s renewable energy capacity within the next few years.
Tilt Renewables recently signed a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with AGL Energy, guaranteeing the sale of all of Waddi’s output at a fixed price.