{"id":39607,"date":"2022-12-02T13:25:02","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T13:25:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lightsourcebp.com\/?post_type=project&p=39607"},"modified":"2025-11-14T03:29:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T03:29:52","slug":"west-mokoan-solar","status":"publish","type":"project","link":"https:\/\/sandbox.lightsourcebp.com\/it\/project\/west-mokoan-solar\/","title":{"rendered":"West Mokoan solar"},"content":{"rendered":"
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West Mokoan Solar<\/h1>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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MWdc installed capacity<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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850,000<\/h3>\n

MWh renewable electricity generated per year<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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203,000<\/h3>\n

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278,000<\/h3>\n

fuel-burning cars taken off the roads (equivalent)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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A 380MWdc solar farm and battery energy storage system (BESS)<\/h3>\n

The West Mokoan Solar Farm project consists of a 380MWdc solar farm and battery energy storage system (BESS). The project is made up of two separate sites, located on Benalla-Yarrawonga Road, Benalla, in the Hume Region of Victoria. The whole of the solar farm covers 713 hectares of land, which has been predominantly used for grazing.<\/p>\n

The southern site, known as Kennedys Creek and the northern site, known as West Mokoan each received development approval from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP), now the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) in November 2020 and 2022, respectively. Following changes to the concept design, the project is seeking a new planning approval to update the design and consolidate both permits for construction and operations. This application will facilitate an increase in battery storage capacity and allow the two sites to be developed and operated as a single integrated project.<\/p>\n

Lightsource bp will construct and operate the project, delivering renewable energy to Australia\u2019s grid. The project includes a BESS to shift renewable energy to night-time peaks and support the reliable operation of Australia\u2019s grid. Operation and maintenance buildings, civil works, and electrical infrastructure required to connect to the existing electricity network will be developed as part of the project. Once the proposed amendment is approved, construction of the project is expected to provide up to 450 full time construction roles.<\/p>\n\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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As part of our commitment to being a responsible neighbour, we’re delivering a range of meaningful benefits for the local community through the West Mokoan solar farm. These initiatives are designed to share the value of the project and build lasting relationships as the project develops.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n

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At Lightsource bp, our goal is to create solar assets that communities can be proud of, so if you have an opinion or wish to provide feedback regarding the development, please don\u2019t hesitate to let us know by calling 1800 570 663 or emailing westmokoanproject@lightsourcebp.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, simply fill out the form below and click \u201csubmit\u201d. We\u2019ll aim to get back to you within five working days.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n

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We are always on hand to assist with any enquiries. You can contact us via email or phone our customer services team.<\/p>\n <\/svg>\n westmokoanproject@lightsourcebp.com<\/span><\/a>\n <\/g><\/clipPath><\/defs><\/svg> 1800 570 663<\/span><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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