I think that the Merino Solar Farm project is a fabulous idea because I support utility scale renewable energy projects and the energy transition in Australia. This project will greatly aid in the energy transition and also create local jobs and provide economic benefits for a regional community.
The Solar Farm will be as I understand it, a Hybrid Battery Storage and renewable energy project which will assist with energy security and long-term, reliable power supply for the region. It will contribute to emissions reduction and Australia's climate goals and commitments.
Australia needs to move away from its reliance on fossil fuels and a dispatchable renewable energy project is a great start. The Merino Solar Farm will support this transition while creating jobs in the local community.

Merino Solar+ BESS is unconscionable, irreversible, Toxic Contaminating Industrialisation of RU1 Land!

The project permanently industrialises more than 767 hectares of Zoned RU1 Primary Production land with toxic classed, PFOS coated, photovoltaic modules, inverters with PFOS and highly hazardous battery systems known to contain heavy metals and lethal fluorinated compounds.

Peer-reviewed research demonstrates that photovoltaic modules can leach toxic elements over long-term degradation, particularly where microfractures or weak spots occur.

No comprehensive, independent, site-specific assessment has modelled cumulative soil and groundwater contamination over the life of the project and beyond decommissioning.
This is inconsistent with the precautionary principle and intergenerational equity.

I wholeheartedly support the Merino Solar Project. Sustainable energy is the way of future and solar farms are one of Australia's best options in this regard. The site chosen by Merino Solar has been carefully selected and will not impact on town growth in the developing region of Goulburn Mulwaree. While the land on which the farm will be built is currently agricultural, Merino Solar will be using the site for sheep grazing in conjunction with the panels. (Solar grazing has been shown to improve conditions for Merino sheep, protecting them from harsh weather and reducing heat stress).
At present the Goulburn Mulwaree Shire is experiencing significant growth and Merino Solar will provide large scale emplyment as the region develops, as well as providing the region's energy needs, along with those of greater Sydney. Merino Solar will provide long-term benefits to the region while at the same time contributing to achieving Australia's renewable energy targets - a win-win development.

I object the Merino solar farm development please see attachment for further comment

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I object to the Merino Solar farm - please see attached document for further explanation of my objection and concerns.

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