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Explore the projects connecting NSW to renewable energy

Learn more about renewable energy zones and and other projects that are paving the way towards a clean, reliable and affordable electricity system. 

Learn about our projects

Kangaroo at Bodangora Wind Farm - Central-West Orana REZ

The Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone is the first declared renewable energy zone in Australia. 

Sheep under solar panels

The New England Renewable Energy Zone will be NSW's largest renewable energy zone by capacity and scale. 

Buronga substation Project EnergyConnect at sunset

The South West Renewable Energy Zone encompasses the Project EnergyConnect and VNI West transmission projects. 

Hunter-Central Coast REZ transmission project Ausgrid

The Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will be the first renewable energy zone in Australia to upgrade existing distribution poles and wires.

Illawarra power lines

The Illawarra Renewable Energy Zone is in its early planning stages. 

Transmission tower Hunter

The Hunter Transmission Project is a critical project that will carry electricity from inland renewable energy zones to homes and businesses across the state.

Waratah Super Battery - aerial photo

The Waratah Super Battery Project will act as a 'shock absorber' for the NSW energy system in the event of power surges and blackouts from events like lightning strikes. 

Wind turbine blade on the back of a large truck

The Port to Renewable Energy Zones program involves working with Transport for NSW to deliver key road upgrades so equipment like wind turbines can move safely.  

Managing community benefits and impacts

We’re making sure regional communities hosting infrastructure share additional benefits in this once-in-a-generation economic opportunity.  

Hunter Transmision Project Millfield Community Engagement

We're committed to working with landowners, communities and stakeholders to inform the development of NSW's renewable energy zones.

Dunedoo Pre-School Kindergarten - Community and Employment Benefit Program grant recipient

The Community and Employment Benefit Program will contribute to the long-term prosperity of host regions by funding community-led initiatives, public infrastructure and First Nations projects.

Two people point at a map of the Hunter Transmission Project.

Learn about the land and easement acquisition process and how we work with and compensate landowners affected by our projects.

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23 Oct 2025

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22 Oct 2025
​​Ready for Renewables workshops will link local business to the energy future​
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