Project design/financial investment

Co-design All major activities are co-designed with the PBC and, in consultation with experts, compliant with the Heritage Management Plan. Project design is updated as more detail is added, or if new information comes to light over the life cycle of the project, subject to the terms of the agreement. Processes and outcomes must be documented along with regular review at agreed intervals. Sharing information that is clear, accurate, accessible, and timely about the nature, design, construction, impact, and ongoing life of a renewable energy project with the PBC is an effective way to achieve free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) at every stage throughout the process and keep the project on track.     Project design elements Project design includes, per stage as applicable:

• design and engineering - engagement, consultation and co-design process, nature, and scale of project in agreement area, including concept plans (latest versions) showing design for all options;
• full disclosure of all options and compliance with both the Heritage and the Environmental Management Plans;
• proposed layout subject to heritage agreements, including easements;
• construction plans and specifications for all services to be provided and installed per stage, including Traditional Owner goods and services delivery, and other elements of Indigenous procurement under relevant agreements;
• project timetable, schedule, and milestones per stage (including commencement and completion of each), and expected date for commencement of energy generation - may include a PPA;
• project approvals process, including development approvals, Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) report, Environmental Management Plan (Social Surroundings), and waste management and disposal;
• updated 3D modelling and/or site visits needed;
• provision/implementation of commercial, financial, and other community benefits by stage;
• rehabilitation and remediation activities during all stages and at the end of the project’s life, including engagement of experts and relevant funding for land remediation with environmental and Social Surroundings compliance, and processes for Traditional Owner participation on closure;
• water management;
• Compliance Manager appointment, funded by the RED, to ensure project design and all changes over time comply with heritage protocols and the Heritage Management Plan.