Squadron Energy pulls out of Boorolong wind farm

21st Jul 2026

Squadron Energy announced last week that it has decided not to continue development of the 426 megawatt (MW) Boorolong Wind Farm, following a review of the company’s development pipeline. Squadron is owned by iron ore billionaire Andrew Forrest
The Boorolong project was proposed for about 15km north-west of Armidale inside the New England renewable energy zone (REZ). The wind farm had been on hold since May, pending the result of the review.
In a statement on Wednesday, Squadron Energy said it had decided not to continue development of Boorolong Wind Farm, following a review of their development pipeline.
“We will prioritise delivery of our more advanced projects in our development pipeline, backing the projects with the strongest technical, commercial and community foundations,” the statement said.
“We thank our landowners, neighbours, Armidale Regional Council, Uralla Shire Council and the local community for the time they have generously provided to discuss and provide feedback on the project.”
“Squadron Energy remains committed to supporting the energy transition in New South Wales.”
Local landholder Tony Menken told 7 News on Thursday that Squadron had failed to get the local community on board with the wind farm.
“Ultimately, their lack of engagement, real engagement with the community, has led to their failure,” he said.
On the flip-side, there will be some parties that are disappointed by Squadron’s decision, including some of the landowners that were willing to host the Boorolong turbines.

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