Australia is planning to build the world's longest underwater power cable to supply solar energy to Singapore. The Australia-Asia Power Link (AAPowerLink) project involves the creation of a massive solar power station in the Northern Territory of Australia and the laying of a 4300-kilometer cable along the seabed to Singapore.
The company SunCable, which is developing this ambitious project, has recently received key environmental approval from the government of the Northern Territory of Australia. This allows the project to move to the next stages of development and edge closer to a final investment decision.
AAPowerLink is set to become the world's largest renewable energy complex. The 12,000-hectare solar power station will be able to generate up to 17-20 gigawatts (GW) of peak power. The project will supply 4 GW of green electricity to consumers in Darwin and 1.75 GW to customers in Singapore.
According to the company's estimates, the project will bring over $13.5 billion in economic benefits to the Northern Territory of Australia during construction and the first 35 years of operation. Cameron Garnsworthy, the head of SunCable Australia, notes that this will stimulate the development of the green industry in the region.
AAPowerLink aligns with the Australian government's strategy for the development of the northern territories and transition to clean energy. The project aims to reduce electricity prices in the Darwin region, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and create a new export sector for renewable energy.
The construction completion and the start of electricity supply are planned for the early 2030s. Once realized, AAPowerLink will become the world's longest underwater power cable connecting two continents.
Source: Interestingengineering
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