Fortescue ushers in 1.4GW of renewables across five projects
Fortescue has started construction on a 690MW Turner River solar farm in the Pilbara, part of a 1.4GW renewables push across five projects to reach zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
690MW Turner River solar farm under construction in the Pilbara as part of Fortescue's 1.4GW renewables rollout.
What does Fortescue's 1.4GW solar build mean for trade work in the Pilbara?
Electricians and builders in WA's Pilbara region may see increased work opportunities from large-scale solar construction and associated infrastructure projects.
Key takeaways
- Fortescue has broken ground on a 690MW solar farm at Turner River in WA's Pilbara region.
- The project is one of five totalling 1.4GW of renewable energy capacity.
- Fortescue aims to hit zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions across its operations by 2030.
- Large-scale construction could create trade and electrical contracting opportunities in regional WA.
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