Overview
The 275 MW Bungala Solar Farm (1 and 2) is located approximately 15 km northeast of Port Augusta in South Australia. The Solar Farm comprises of approximately 840,000 photovoltaic (PV) modules and related civil and electrical infrastructure. The Solar Farm produces approximately 570 GWh, powering over 113,000 South Australian homes each year.
Key Project
Details
Status
operational
Location
15km northeast of Port Augusta, South Australia
PPA partner
Fully contracted with Origin Energy
Technology: Solar
570
GWh
Energy production
275
MW
Operational Capacity
Over
113,000
South Australian homes
Project Approvals
The relevant Development Approvals for the Bungala Solar Farm have been obtained from the South Australian Government in 2016. The Approvals set out conditions that must be complied with in undertaking the development. The conditions cover construction, operation, decommissioning, and administrative matters.
Project Timeline
2016
Bungala Solar Farm obtained relevant Development Approvals
Bungala Solar Farm assessed by the relevant consent authorities and obtained Development Approvals from the South Australian Government.
2017
Acquisition of Bungala Solar Farm
Bungala Solar Farm acquired by Potentia Energy (as Enel Green Power) and Dutch Infrastructure Fund (DIF).
Followed by start of construction at the Bungala Solar Farm site.