Eyre Peninsula desalination plant moves a step closer as potential sites chosen – Australia After years of deliberation and community backlash, four possible sites for a proposed desalination plant on the Eyre Peninsula have been selected. The Site Selection Committee, an independent group of 20 local leaders and industry figures, has shortlisted Sleaford West, Point Boston, Shoal Point and the site originally chosen in 2020 at Sleaford Bay. A detailed assessment of each site will now be undertaken, however, this does not mean Billy Lights Point, the site originally chosen that caused controversy, has been taken off the table altogether. Eyre Peninsula desalination plant moves a step closer as potential sites chosen – AustraliaHIWI042022-04-12T14:57:24+02:00
Digging into an Eyre Peninsula desalination plant to boost mining – Australia On Wednesday the federal and state governments announced funding for a business case looking into the Northern Water Supply project. The announcement flagged that the plan to consider a desalination plant and lengthy pipeline aimed to reduce pressure on the Great Artesian Basin and the River Murray, while supporting the hydrogen, mining, horticulture, pastoral and agriculture sectors. Tender documents issued last year however indicate the Northern Water Supply project primarily sought to “underpin new resources development” with barely any mention of farming needs. (LINK). Digging into an Eyre Peninsula desalination plant to boost mining – AustraliaHIWI042022-02-18T08:50:18+01:00
Campaigners welcome 12-month pause on Eyre Peninsula desalination project – Australia Campaigners against a proposed desalination plant on the Eyre Peninsula say they will continue lobbying against the development despite a 12-month delay. Last week, the South Australian government put the project on hold to allow time for more investigation and consultation with locals and businesses. SA Water proposed building the desalination plant at Billy Lights Point in Boston Bay at Port Lincoln after considering several sites. (LINK). Campaigners welcome 12-month pause on Eyre Peninsula desalination project – AustraliaHIWI042021-11-23T10:02:49+01:00
Desal plant location chosen for Eyre Peninsula – South Australia Billy Lights Point, near Port Lincoln, has been selected as the preferred location for a desalination plant in the Eyre Peninsula area of South Australia, which will provide drinking water for around 35,000 SA Water customers. The decision follows a comprehensive analysis of 20 sites around Port Lincoln and Lower Eyre Peninsula, as well as ongoing consultation with local stakeholders. The plant will provide a new reliable, climate-independent source of drinking water to supplement existing groundwater sources and the River Murray, and is critical to maintaining a long-term supply […] Desal plant location chosen for Eyre Peninsula – South AustraliaHIWI042021-10-18T17:35:59+02:00
New site options for Eyre Peninsula desalination plant – Australia The location for SA Water’s planned Eyre Peninsula seawater desalination plant is under review, with the utility set to explore more cost-effective alternatives compared to the current preferred site near Sleaford Bay. While the site at Sleaford Bay continues to meet important environmental, social and cultural priorities, constructability challenges have emerged through the detailed design and engineering assessments for the plant and supporting infrastructure. SA Water’s General Manager of Strategy, Engagement and Innovation, Anna Jackson, said while this location is not being ruled out, it’s important to test project […] New site options for Eyre Peninsula desalination plant – AustraliaHIWI042021-04-12T21:52:51+02:00
Eyre Peninsula desalination plant moves proposed location after resident concerns – Australia Residents living close to a proposed desalination plant at Sleaford Bay have felt their concerns have been listened to, as SA Water confirms the site will be positioned further away from Sleaford Mere and whale aggregation areas. Sleaford Bay resident David Farlam said over a year of consultations with SA Water had paid off. “The local Sleaford community is really pleased with the decision from what I can gather,” Mr Farlam said. (LINK). Eyre Peninsula desalination plant moves proposed location after resident concerns – AustraliaHIWI042020-07-26T14:40:06+02:00
Sleaford Bay land purchased for desalination plant – Port Lincoln – Australia Construction of an $80-million desalination plant at Sleaford Bay is likely to begin in 18 months to two years and would supply Eyre Peninsula with water. Minister for Environment and Water David Speirs announced the plans on a recent visit to the Port Lincoln. SA Water finalised the purchase of about 60 hectares of land near Sleaford Bay in July this year. (LINK). Sleaford Bay land purchased for desalination plant – Port Lincoln – AustraliaHIWI042018-08-28T13:10:03+02:00