Published on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 at 4:27:32 PM
These documents establish guidance for new community benefits arrangements associated with large-scale renewable energy generation (wind and solar) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects. Renewable energy developers, Local Government Authorities (LGAs), community members and other groups can use the Community Benefits Guideline for Large-scale Renewable Energy Projects in the South West Interconnected System (the Guideline) to ensure benefits are fair, transparent and consistent—helping host communities share in the economic benefits associated with the energy transition. This, in turn, aims to protect communities, support developers and strengthen social licence.
Community Benefits Guidelines
Community Benefits Plans
Community Benefits Plans Pilot
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