A proposed 5MW solar farm with battery storage near Cobargo, submitted Feb. 11, 2026, faces local opposition over visual impact and grid plans, with public comments open until March 2.

A proposed 5MW solar farm with battery storage on the Bredbatoura property near Cobargo, submitted to the Bega Valley Shire Council on February 11, 2026, has sparked local debate. The $9.5 million project by EDP Renewables faces opposition over visual impact, glare, and unclear grid integration plans, with critics saying it conflicts with community energy goals. Public submissions are open from February 16 to March 2, and the company says visual and environmental impacts are assessed with mitigation measures. The facility is expected to operate for about 35 years.