Campaspe Shire Mayor Rob Amos hosted Enel Green Power where the first sod was turned on Wednesday, September 27.
The project involves an overall investment of more than $140 million and is expected to become operational in early 2025.
Enel Green Power managing director Werther Esposito was delighted with the project.
“We were pleased to welcome the mayor and councillors of the Campaspe Shire, representatives from Yorta Yorta and many valued project partners and stakeholders to celebrate the start of construction for the Girgarre solar farm,” Mr Esposito said.
“The presence of our many partners and stakeholders is a testament to the shared vision and commitment that has driven this project forward.
“We are grateful for the support and look forward to the journey as we progress the project.”
Once complete, the solar will consist of roughly 169,500 photovoltaic modules and the related civil and electrical infrastructure.
The project will be about 18 months, with an estimated operational life of roughly 35 years and the capacity to supply sustainable energy to 43,000 Victorian households.
Victorian Energy and Resources Minister Lily D’Ambrosio said the Girgarre solar farm will be an important part of Victoria’s transition to 95 per cent renewable energy generation by 2035.
“It will deliver affordable and reliable renewable energy to our grid once complete and create local jobs and opportunities during construction,” she said.
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