Trina Solar's 260MW Glenellen Solar Farm Approved in NSW, Combining Clean Energy and Agriculture
The Glenellen Solar Energy Farm, a 260 MWdc / 200 MWac Agri-Solar Project, has received conditional development approval from the NSW Independent Planning Commission. The project, covering 263 hectares near Jindera and Albury in NSW, will be the first of its kind globally for GPG, combining clean energy generation with agricultural use.
The solar energy farm will feature around 380,000 single-axis tracking solar panels and up to 60 power conversion units. Trina Solar, the manufacturer, expects to create 200 construction jobs and 10 full-time operational roles during and after the project's completion in Q4 2025.
Initially, the project faced community concerns, with 79 out of 107 public submissions objecting to the development. However, the IPC approved the project after Trina Solar made adjustments to address these concerns, such as increasing perimeter vegetation screening. Once operational, the Glenellen Solar Energy Farm is expected to generate enough electricity to power over 80,000 homes annually.
The Glenellen Solar Energy Farm, with a $250 million investment, will span 300 hectares, minimizing impacts to the agricultural capabilities of the land. It is set to become a significant contributor to Australia's renewable energy sector, following the recent completion of the Walla Walla Solar Energy Farm, the country's largest at 300MW.
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