Charles Sturt University has signed a three-year contract with Snowy Energy to supply 100 per cent renewable electricity to the University’s six main campuses across New South Wales, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and contributing to a cleaner energy future.
Economic Benefits and Job Creation
- Provides regional economic benefits and supports the growth of renewable energy infrastructure
- Supports job creation in regional NSW
- Boosts local economies through investments in renewable energy projects
The agreement demonstrates Charles Sturt University’s significant investment in renewable energy, with an estimated annual usage of 20 GWh. This power will be sourced from Snowy Energy’s TrueGreen™ 100 per cent renewable electricity, which is matched from Snowy Hydro’s diverse portfolio of hydro generation assets, wind and solar projects via long-term offtake arrangements.
Leadership in Environmental Responsibility
Charles Sturt University’s achievement of 100 per cent renewable electricity for its campuses reinforces its leadership in environmental responsibility. As the first Australian university to achieve carbon neutrality certification in July 2016, Charles Sturt continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability.
“Powering our campuses with 100 per cent renewable energy demonstrates our dedication to minimising our environmental impact and contributing to a cleaner energy future,” said Mr Ed Maher, Manager of Sustainability at Charles Sturt University.
This partnership also provides regional economic benefits, supporting the growth of renewable energy infrastructure and job creation in regional NSW. The partnership highlights the growing demand for clean energy solutions and the important role Snowy Energy plays in providing this to customers.
Key Details of the Contract
| Contract Term | Renewable Electricity Source | Estimated Annual Usage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2027 | Snowy Energy’s TrueGreen™ 100 per cent renewable electricity | 20 GWh |
The electricity will be sourced from Snowy Hydro’s diverse portfolio of hydro generation assets and wind and solar projects via long-term offtake arrangements. This will be matched with 100 per cent Large-scale Generation Certificates (LGCs) sourced from Lightsource bp’s West Wyalong Solar Farm, supporting regional renewable energy generation and investment in NSW.
Conclusion
This partnership between Charles Sturt University and Snowy Energy demonstrates the growing commitment to renewable energy and environmental sustainability in Australia.
