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Renewable energy powerhouse

Queensland is committed to becoming a renewable hydrogen and clean energy manufacturing superpower. Queensland has the sunshine and wind resources above the ground, the critical minerals below the ground, a highly skilled workforce and infrastructure to support a renewable energy industry, and established trade partners.

The Queensland Government released its Energy and Jobs Plan in 2022. The $62-billion plan will ensure that Queensland:

  • meets a target of 70% renewable energy by 2032 and 80% by 2035
  • develops a connection to Mount Isa to support a clean energy industrial ecosystem from the North West Minerals Province to Townsville, supporting industries in the region
  • implements renewable energy zones
  • builds Australia’s largest energy SuperGrid to deliver clean, reliable and affordable energy to power Queensland homes and industry.
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The plan sets out to build a clean and competitive energy system for the Queensland economy and industries as a platform for accelerating growth.

In 2022, Queensland had 21% renewable energy and had invested $11b since 2015. By 2035, Queensland plans to have 80% renewable energy and to invest $62b.

In 2022, Queensland had 21% renewable energy and had invested $11b since 2015. By 2035, Queensland plans to have 80% renewable energy and to invest $62b.

Queensland's SuperGrid

  • The SuperGrid is all of the elements in the electricity system, including the poles, wires, solar, wind turbines and storage, brought together with 1,500km of transmission lines.
  • It will bring all elements of the electricity system together to deliver 50% renewable energy by 2030, 70% by 2032, and 80% by 2035.
Map showing Queenslands Supergrid Map showing Queensland's SuperGrid
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Last reviewed: 21 February 2023