Robbins Island Wind Farm Gets Green Light – But With Big Conditions 🌬️⚖️
Aug 29
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The long-debated 900 MW Robbins Island wind farm in Tasmania has finally been approved by the federal government. But the project must follow strict environmental rules, including the option to shut down turbines to protect endangered wildlife.
What’s Approved
✅ Up to 100 wind turbines plus bridge, wharf, and quarries.
✅ Linked to Marinus Link to export green energy to mainland Australia.
✅ Expected 350 construction jobs + 50 long-term roles.
The Conditions 🦅🐦
🔹 Shutdowns possible → turbines may be curtailed to protect birds like the Orange-bellied Parrot.
🔹 Wildlife protections → buffer zones for eagles, barriers for disease-free Tasmanian devils.
🔹 Monitoring plans → ongoing surveys of birds and bats to adjust operations.
The Debate
🌏 Supporters → say Tasmania’s clean energy is world-class and vital for national climate goals.
🚫 Opponents → argue it’s a “death warrant” for biodiversity and not economically justified.
⚖️ Outcome → project moves forward, but under heavy environmental oversight.
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