Construction of a solar farm in Ipswich is set to start by the end of the year with an estimated 100 jobs to be created.
The $80million facility was approved by the Ipswich city council last year
Division 4 Councillor Kate Kunzelmann says the project will provide more opportunities for the region.
“This is a fantastic opportunity to help grow Ipswich’s renewable energy sector and drive a more sustainable future for our community,” Cr Kunzelmann said.
“Not only will it create local jobs, but it will reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and help create better environmental outcomes for our community.”
110,000 solar panels are set to be installed proving a generating capacity of sixty mega watts, enough to power roughly 30,000 homes.