The extension provided in October 2024 by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (NSW DPHI) grants the Project additional time through to late 2026 for the preparation of a Modification Report.

A ‘Modification Report’ proposes changes to the existing approval including:

  • reflecting requirements of the modern National Energy Market
  • increasing potential capacity of the project so that more energy can be generated
  • including the option for alternative fuels like biofuel or diesel
  • minor adjustments to the pipeline route to accommodate landowner requests
  • water supply options
  • update the impact assessments to meet modern guidelines and regulations

The first step is to prepare a ‘Scoping Report’ which has been submitted to the NSW Government, this includes:

  • identifying and assessing alternative project designs, locations, technologies, or operational methods
  • comparing each alternative's environmental, economic, and social impacts
  • listening to and presenting community and stakeholder feedback about the project

The ‘Scoping Report’ helps identify what may need to be investigated and developed as part of a Modification Report which is supported by technical and environmental studies. 

Preparation of a Modification Report can take up to two years.

eis preparation
Modification Report Preparation
Learn more

Let's stay connected

Sign up for updates, ask a question or have your say.

Subscribe now

 

Energy Australia acknowledges that the site of the proposed Marulan Gas Fired Power Station project is on the traditional Country of the Gandangara People. We recognise their continued connection to land, waterways and community, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.