We’re constructing a ground mounted solar
array at the Gippsland Water Factory over 2021 and 2022.
The project will help reduce our power
costs by providing cheap and clean electricity generation, and contribute
significantly to reaching our target of a 24% reduction in our CO2 emissions by
2025. The 1,280 kilowatt system at its peak capacity it will be able to
completely power the water factory. During peak power demand, a supporting
diesel generator will also operate.
Our treatment and pumping facilities are a major consumer of electricity. Our emissions reduction pledge requires us to achieve renewable generation targets and CO2 savings. This new solar array at the Gippsland Water Factory will contribute 45% of these savings, providing considerable environmental and economic benefits.
We are installing a ground mounted
photovoltaic solar array at our Gippsland Water Factory. This renewable
generation project will provide environmental and financial savings and cover
approximately 45% of our CO2 emissions
reduction pledge.
Location: Gippsland
Water Factory - Morwell
Timing: Start in August 2021 with
completion by mid 2022
Expected cost: $3 million
The new solar power array will benefit customers by:
Like with all our works, we want to protect environmental and cultural heritage values:
We have consulted with neighbouring properties and stakeholders:
We also welcome direct comments and enquiries from the community at any time.
2019 & 2020 (Completed)
2021
2022
For more information, email contactus@gippswater.com.au or phone 1800 050 500. You can also explore opportunities to get involved in our work and our planning, visit Lets talk.