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Theodore onshore wind project, Australia

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20th March 2026

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Theodore onshore wind project.

Location
Near Theodore, in the Banana Shire in central Queensland, Australia.

Project Owner/s
Power generator RWE Renewables Australia.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 1 GW onshore wind farm. The project will include up to 170 turbines and a battery energy storage system. It will generate enough electricity to power about 500 000 Queensland homes.

Potential Job Creation
The project will require a workforce of up to 500 people at peak periods.

Capital Expenditure
Not confirmed.

Planned Start/End Date
Construction is expected to start in 2026 and will take up to four years to complete.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None disclosed.

Contact Details for Project Information
RWE Renewables Europe & Australia group corporate communications and public affairs, tel +49 201 5179 5008 or 
email communications@rwe.com.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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