The Hunter and Central Coast are critical for NSW's energy future

  • They're home to new energy infrastructure that will power the Hunter and Central Coast and the rest of the state for decades to come.
  • The Hunter is the primary funnel for freight and logistics from the Port of Newcastle to surrounding regions, including inland renewable energy zones.

Electricity infrastructure projects

We’re planning 4 major energy projects for the Hunter and Central Coast.

Project developers may also plan and build generation and storage projects in the region. These include wind farms, solar farms and battery storage systems.

Transmission line - Hunter region

Enabling infrastructure projects

As our renewable energy zones ramp up, the Hunter and Central Coast will play an important role supporting freight and logistics.

To support this, we’re delivering enabling infrastructure projects, such as road upgrades, that will minimise impacts on the community. 

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Learn about the region's role in the energy transition

Map of our Hunter and Central Coast region projects

Hunter-Central Coast REZ region projects map

Discover our projects in the Hunter and Central Coast regions

Hunter Central Coast - working on power lines

The Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will be the first of its kind in Australia to upgrade existing distribution poles and wires.

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 is located at the former Munmorah Power Station site. The project as a whole will act as a 'shock absorber' for the NSW grid.

Transmission lines through Farmland in Tamworth

The New England REZ Transmission Project is a transmission line that will connect the New England REZ to the rest of the grid, passing through the Upper Hunter.

Wind turbine blade on the back of a large truck

The Port to Renewable Energy Zones programe involves working with Transport for NSW to upgrade roads so equipment can be transported safely.

proposed Newcastle Logistics Precinct at the Port of Newcastle will provide additional portside storage in support of renewable energy developments.

The proposed Newcastle Logistics Precinct at the Port of Newcastle will provide storage in support of renewable energy developments.

Working with the community

We're commited to working with local communities to maximise benefits and minimise impacts.

Upcoming community events

EnergyCo, in partnership with Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is delivering a series of one-day workshops across regional NSW to help local businesses access opportunities in the renewable energy supply chain.

Attendance is free but by expression of interest only. Spaces are limited, with priority given to regional local businesses seeking to supply into renewable energy projects.

Learn more here or register for one of the events below.

Sign up for our fortnightly Powering NSW newsletter to learn more about upcoming events.

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Regional reference group

The Hunter-Central Coast Regional Reference Group members have been selected from across the region to represent a broad spectrum of the region and different perspectives. This includes council representatives, a mix of community representatives and respected subject matter experts.  

Learn more about the regional reference group

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Opportunities to get involved

Learn more or get in touch

Learn about the regional reference group for our work in the Hunter Central Coast region.

Read the NSW Government's First Nations Consultation Guidelines for the Hunter Central Coast.

Learn about community benefits connected to projects in the region.

Learn about opportunities to help build the Hunter Transmission Project.

Reach out to our regional coordination team via email at [email protected]

Get in touch with EnergyCo

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Call 1800 118 894 (9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday)

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