Overview
The 93 MW Girgarre Solar Farm is located approximately 50 km west of Shepparton in Victoria. The Solar Farm comprises of approximately 169,000 photovoltaic (PV) modules and related civil and electrical infrastructure. The Solar Farm produces approximately 200 GWh, powering over 43,000 Victorian homes each year.
The construction of the Girgarre Solar Farm, with an investment value of over $140 million, commenced in 2023 and it’s anticipated to be fully operational in early 2025.
Key Project
Details
Status
operational
Location
50 km west of Shepparton, Victoria
PPA partner
Partially contracted with Smartest Energy
Technology: Solar
200
GWh
Energy production
93
MW
Operational Capacity
Approximately
43,000
Victorian homes
Project Approvals
The relevant Development Approvals for the Girgarre Solar Farm have been obtained from the Campaspe Shire Council in 2018. 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
2018
Girgarre Solar Farm obtained relevant Development Approvals
Girgarre Solar Farm assessed by the relevant consent authorities and obtained Development Approvals from the Campaspe Shire Council.
2018
Acquisition of Girgarre Solar Farm
Girgarre Solar Farm acquired by Potentia Energy (as Enel Green Power) from the Leeson Group.
2023
Start of construction at the Girgarre Solar Farm project site
2025
Target for start of operations for the Girgarre Solar Farm
Project Resources
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Project Contact
Melanie Carson
Community and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
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