Albury community and Wiradjuri unite against Yambla Range wind farm
Alinta Energy's proposed 200-megawatt wind farm on Yambla Range faces unified opposition from locals and Wiradjuri representatives.
Alinta Energy plans a wind power hub on Yambla Range near Albury. The project would include 200 megawatts of wind turbines and up to 100 megawatts of battery storage.
On October 11, locals and Wiradjuri representatives walked the range to oppose the plan. Opponents worry about how it will look and its effect on the landscape.
The range is culturally important to Wiradjuri people. Marion Taylor is a 53-year resident of Table Top.
She fears turbines would change her view forever. Wiradjuri artist Darren Wighton supports clean energy but opposed environmental damage to get it.
The project is still in early stages. Full analysis is expected to take more than a year.
- 200 megawatts
- Wind turbine capacity
- 100 megawatts
- Battery storage capacity
- 1400 hectares
- Benambra National Park size
- 53 years
- Marion Taylor's residency
Why it mattersIndigenous heritage and landscape now clash with renewable energy expansion. This creates a test case for future projects across Australia.
AustraliaAustralian renewable energy plans must navigate indigenous cultural claims and visual impact concerns raised by affected communities.
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