Engagement with the local community
is a critical objective of Valent Energy and is integral to this project.
We would like to ensure that open dialogue and information transfer can occur with local residents, stakeholders and the wider community in an easy and efficient manner.
We would like to ensure that there is no “surprise” to the community and that a long-term relationship is maintained between the project team and all project stakeholders.
Community benefits.
Development of the Mornington BESS Project will produce economic benefits for the local area well before the first MW of electricity is dispatched. Surveyors, consultants and company representatives have been and will be visiting the area, providing income for the accommodation and service sectors.
However, this is only part of what is to come with up to 150 jobs expected to be created during the 12 month construction period. The construction phase will also have a huge benefit for local accommodation and service sectors.
The Mornington BESS Project will also provide ongoing employment for a small team required to provide ongoing maintenance after the project is built.
If you have skills that may be useful during the design, construction or operation of the BESS, please email us at feedback@valent-energy.com with your contact details and a brief summary of the services and skills you can provide.
Community consultation.
Valent Energy is committed to working with the local community to ensure a transparent engagement process and successful project. The objectives of the community engagement process are:
To keep the community and stakeholders informed about the project through the provision of factual project information
To identify and address community and stakeholder concerns and maintain transparency in the project design and implementation
To identify opportunities for local business involvement in the implementation of the project
To provide feedback on how stakeholder and community input will influence the final project and decision
Valent Energy considers community consultation to be essential at all stages of the Solar Farm and BESS life cycle, and invites all members of the community to contact Us.