❓ Question seeks details on the timber plantation needed to support the $30 million Collie biomass energy plant, including planting specifics, costs, and operational dependencies. The answer provides no specific information, stating the commitment is under analysis.
AnsweredQoN 753Legislative Assembly
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In relation to the necessary timber plantation required to support the $30 million Collie biomass energy plant: (a) how many trees will be planted; (b) when will the trees be planted; (c) when will the first trees be harvested; (d) what species of tree will be planted; (e) how much land will be required for the plantation; (f) is
the value of land and trees included in the $30m commitment; (g) if no to (f), what is the establishment and operational costs of the plantation; (h) if no to (f), what is the cost of land; (i) does the $30 million Collie biomass energy plant require the plantation to be completed prior to commissioning; and (j) if no to (i), what average percentage of nameplate capacity will the energy plant operate initially?
the value of land and trees included in the $30m commitment; (g) if no to (f), what is the establishment and operational costs of the plantation; (h) if no to (f), what is the cost of land; (i) does the $30 million Collie biomass energy plant require the plantation to be completed prior to commissioning; and (j) if no to (i), what average percentage of nameplate capacity will the energy plant operate initially?
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Answered
8 August 2017
Responded by
Minister for Energy
Response time
8 days
The abovementioned election commitment is being addressed within the current term of government and will be subject to proper analysis and processes to ensure this commitment delivers the best possible outcomes for electricity consumers and the local Collie community.
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