Community Engagement for Queensland Wind Farms

November 18, 2023

Wind farms play an increasingly vital role in Queensland’s transition to clean energy, delivering renewable power, creating jobs, and generating income for regional communities. When appropriately located, wind farms have minimal environmental impacts; however, community and environmental concerns must be carefully addressed to ensure long-term project success.

Scope of Engagement & Environmental Support
Wall Planning Group (WPG) has provided community consultation and stakeholder engagement services for a number of wind farm projects across Queensland, working with clients such as Ark Energy (formerly Epuron) and Macquarie’s Green Investment Group.

Our role has included:

Facilitating comprehensive stakeholder and community engagement.
Tailoring environmental studies to meet project-specific needs.
Identifying potential social and environmental risks early in the project lifecycle.
Providing strategies to address community concerns and strengthen project outcomes.

Key Findings & Recommendations
Through transparent consultation and proactive engagement, WPG has supported project proponents in building trust with local communities and stakeholders. This approach has enabled projects to address issues before they escalate, reduce approval risks, and align development goals with community expectations.

Outcome & Impact
The success of Queensland’s wind farm projects demonstrates the importance of combining technical environmental expertise with genuine community engagement. WPG’s network, experience, and tailored approach have helped ensure that these renewable energy projects deliver both environmental benefits and positive social outcomes for regional Queensland.

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