What does it mean when a project comes full circle? For Someva Renewables, it means reclaiming a vision they helped shape nearly a decade ago. On September 5, 2025, the 100% Australian-owned renewable energy company announced the acquisition of the Hills of Gold wind and battery energy storage system (BESS) project in New South Wales from ENGIE. More than just a transaction, this milestone reflects Someva’s deep-rooted commitment to accelerating the state’s clean energy transition with locally led solutions.

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Someva Renewables has been at the heart of the Hills of Gold journey since 2017, playing a pivotal role in development works, planning approvals, landowner consultations, and grid connection studies. When ENGIE acquired project entity Wind Energy Partners in 2020, Someva remained a development partner, ensuring community voices and regional priorities stayed central. With this acquisition, the project has now returned to one of its original visionaries, symbolizing both continuity and renewal. Importantly, Someva and ENGIE are coordinating closely to secure a seamless ownership transition and maintain strong community engagement.

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The Hills of Gold wind farm represents one of the largest renewable developments in New South Wales, with an estimated capital expenditure of AU$833 million for the wind component alone. Located just south of Nundle and Hanging Rock, the 372 MW wind project will feature 62 turbines, a 100 MW battery system, a high-voltage substation, and a dedicated transmission line linking to the state’s main grid. Once operational, the project is expected to supply clean power to around 163,000 homes, significantly bolstering regional energy resilience and contributing to national emissions reduction goals.

The implications of this acquisition extend well beyond megawatts and millions invested. By leading with a community-first approach, Someva is ensuring that the Hills of Gold wind farm creates meaningful opportunities for local residents, councils, and businesses. Its return to Australian ownership underscores a growing trend of locally integrated renewable energy projects, designed not just to meet policy targets but to strengthen the communities they serve. For New South Wales, this means cleaner power, stronger local economies, and a smoother pathway to a sustainable energy future.

With Hills of Gold now firmly back under Someva’s stewardship, the company is reaffirming its role as a leader in Australia’s renewable transformation. This is more than a milestone; it is a statement of intent—one that places local expertise and community trust at the core of the energy transition.

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