Spark Renewables’ Dinawan Energy Hub successful in the Capacity Investment Scheme (Tender 4)

Spark Renewables, a leading Australian developer and owner of renewable energy assets, welcomes the success of our flagship Dinawan Energy Hub project in Tender 4 of the Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS).

The Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon Chris Bowen, announced earlier today the Australian Government’s support for ‘Dinawan Wind Farm (Stage 1)’, the first stage of the Dinawan Energy Hub proposed halfway between Jerilderie and Coleambally in New South Wales. See $600 million community boost as next wave of renewable projects power ahead.

The 357 MW Dinawan Wind Farm (Stage 1) is part of the 1.3 GW Dinawan Energy Hub, which has recently been awarded access rights in the South West Renewable Energy Zone. It includes a second stage wind farm of 350 MW and a third stage 300 MW solar farm combined with a 300 MW/1,200 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS).

In total, the Dinawan Energy Hub is expected to deliver around 1 GW of new generation capacity to the National Electricity Market along with 300 MW of 4-hour battery storage capability, supporting the energy transition.

The CIS is an Australian Government revenue underwriting scheme to accelerate investment in renewable energy generation. Projects in the competitive process are evaluated on their ability to deliver low-cost, reliable power; track record of community and First Nations engagement; and contribution to regional economic growth and procurement of local content. See Capacity Investment Scheme – DCCEEW.

Development of the Dinawan Energy Hub has been underpinned by a multitude of ecological studies, detailed technical work, and extensive engagement with landholders and local First Nations communities, ensuring a collaborative and responsible design. In August 2025, the project’s Response to Submissions on the Environmental Impact Statement was submitted to the NSW Government. See NSW Major Project – Dinawan Wind Farm.

Anthony Marriner, the CEO of Spark Renewables, said: “Our 1.3 GW Dinawan Energy Hub is ideally located adjacent to the Dinawan Substation in the South West Renewable Energy Zone in NSW. It is the only project that combines wind, solar, and BESS. Following the successful award of access rights for Dinawan Energy Hub in April 2025, we are thrilled to have been successful in the CIS for the first stage of the project. This represents a key step forward in the project’s development and we are focused on reaching financial close on the first stage in late 2026.”

Download the media release: Spark Renewables’ Dinawan Energy Hub successful in the Capacity Investment Scheme (Tender 4).