Valent Energy Developments – Company Profile and Opportunities for Greater Regional Contribution

Valent Energy Developments is the company proposing to establish a large-scale battery energy storage facility near Armidale. As part of its proposal, the company has committed to providing $400,000 per annum to Armidale Regional Council for the maintenance of the rail trail (see the Renew Economy article previously circulated for further details).

In addition, Valent Energy has proposed two community benefit payments of $1.275 million each over the life of the project, to be paid to Armidale Regional Council.

Community members and stakeholders may contact the company using the enquiry form located at the bottom of its website, accessible via the link below for clarifications or making further constructive suggestions.

When engaging with Valent Energy, the following issues and questions may be worth raising:

How else can the company contribute to the long-term economic and social development of the New England region?
Is the provision of an annual grant for rail trail maintenance the most effective way to support regional development?

Are there alternative or additional projects, services, or community initiatives that the company could support for greater regional benefit?

Should Valent Energy consider supporting the re-opening of the rail line north of Armidale, and what economic, environmental, freight, tourism, and social benefits could flow from such support?

Company website:     https://www.valent-energy.com/