Chris Bowen, Australia’s Minister for Climate Change and Energy and the offshore infrastructure registrar, recently extended the consultation period for its feasibility license application within the Bunbury Offshore Declared Area. Catalpa Offshore Wind Farm Pty Ltd is a partnership between Wind with Purpose, Barrington Energy, and the Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation.
Located 40 kilometers off the coast of Western Australia, the project is a breakthrough 2-GW offshore wind farm designed to boost industrial decarbonization and energy security in Kwinana Industrial Area. The time extension enables Catalpa to advance detailed discussions with prospective Tier 1 industry partners. Securing the right partner is essential to the strategy of delivering a high-quality, community-backed offshore wind development that is aligned closely with Australia’s renewable energy goals.
“We sincerely appreciate Minister Bowen’s recognition of the significance of these partnership discussions. The extension gives us the space to progress conversations with prospective partners while ensuring strong alignment with Catalpa’s vision and values,” said Chris Kearney, Catalpa CEO. “Catalpa is deeply rooted in community engagement, investment, and long-term benefits for First Nations and regional communities. We look forward to progressing our discussions and moving another step closer to making the Catalpa Offshore Wind Farm a reality.”
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