Local Benefits
FOR YOUR COMMUNITY
Culcairn Solar Farm will bring a range of benefits to Culcairn and surrounding areas.
EXPECTED BENEFITS FOR NEW SOUTH WALES
In June 2020, Aurecon undertook an economic impact assessment of the expected economic benefits the project would deliver for New South Wales and, in particular, the region of Riverina Murray.
PREDICTED IMPACT ON NSW’S ECONOMY WHEN IT’S BEING BUILT
PREDICTED IMPACT ON NSW’S ECONOMY WHEN IT’S OPERATING
COMMUNITY BENEFITS PROGRAM
We believe in sharing the benefits of renewable energies with the communities we operate in.
We expect to contribute $10 million to the communities over the life time of the project in a number of ways.
The Community Benefits Sharing Program will provide significant, meaningful benefits to communities around the Culcairn Solar Farm.
CONSTRUCTION DISRUPTION PAYMENT
COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND
We will allocate $150,000 per year to support local community projects in different growth areas. This funding will be available through an open and competitive grants process.
VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS
ECONOMIC BENEFITS
We project a $400-500 million infrastructure investment during the lifetime of the project.
During construction, we estimate around 400 jobs will be created with an economic boost for local accommodation and service sectors.
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