Wedoany.com Report-Dec 05,  The Borumba Pumped Hydro Project, located west of the Sunshine Coast, is a $14.2 billion investment in Queensland’s energy future. With a capacity to generate up to 2000MW of electricity for up to 24 hours at a time, it represents a cornerstone in Australia’s shift towards renewable energy. This project is not just a feat of engineering; it’s a testament to Queensland’s commitment to a sustainable future and its position as a leader in renewable energy innovation.

Three major works packages have been awarded to Queensland-based companies, marking a significant milestone in the project’s development:

Dams Designer Delivery Partner: Water2Wire Joint Venture (JV) has been appointed with packages totaling $40 million to advance the design and engineering of both the upper and lower reservoirs.

Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) Designer: AFRY-Aurecon JV secured a $39.9 million contract for this crucial component.

Worker Accommodation: Decmil has been awarded a contract of approximately $111 million to design and construct two temporary worker camps on the project site.

These contracts not only signify progress in the project’s development but also demonstrate the government’s commitment to leveraging local expertise and boosting the Queensland economy.

Water2Wire JV, a collaboration between GHD, Mott MacDonald, and Stantec, will lead the engineering and design for the project’s seven proposed dams. This includes six new dams to form a new upper reservoir and one new dam wall and spillway downstream from the existing Borumba Dam.

Mark Cordell, Water2Wire Borumba Pumped Hydro Project Director and Market Leader, Dams and Hydropower at Stantec, expressed the joint venture’s commitment:

“The Water2Wire joint venture is honoured to be selected as Dams Designer for the Upper and Lower Borumba Dams, bringing global expertise to this local project. In addition, many of our Water2Wire team live and work regionally, which will help build knowledge and deliver lasting benefits to local communities, as well as the wider economy.”