EnergyCo has commenced field investigations to help refine the New England transmission project preliminary study corridor and inform the environmental studies needed to assess the project.
Field studies currently underway include ecological (flora and fauna) surveys and aerial mapping surveys.
EnergyCo is carrying out these studies across a range of public and private land. We will continue to work closely with landowners in relation to access arrangements and survey methodologies when access to private land is needed.
Some aerial mapping has been conducted in the region.
Additional surveys are expected to occur over the coming months and will allow us to confirm environmental conditions and engineering constraints. The types of field investigations we may need to carry out are outlined below:
| Activity | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Ecological surveys | Study flora and fauna species and habitat |
| Geotechnical and contamination investigations | Confirm underground rock and soil conditions and if any contaminants are present |
| Land surveys | Survey existing ground levels, locations of features and infrastructure, and identify property boundaries |
| Hydrological investigations | Assess the storage and flow of water on the land |
| Heritage surveys | Locate evidence of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal artefacts and heritage sites |
| Noise monitoring | Measure background noise levels |
| Utility investigations | Confirm the location of utilities including water, electricity, gas and telecommunications |
Contact us
If you have any questions about the New England REZ or would like to provide feedback, please contact us at any time:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 1800 061 114 (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)