BHP has taken a significant step toward decarbonising its South Australian copper operations. BHP has secured a new long-term renewable energy agreement with Neoen. The deal provides 100 megawatts of baseload renewable electricity, marking BHP’s largest renewable energy commitment in the state to date.
This renewable power will support BHP’s Olympic Dam, Carrapateena, and Prominent Hill copper sites. The move will help to reduce operational emissions and strengthen South Australia’s clean energy capacity.
What is the Partnership with Neoen and the Goyder North Wind Farm
Under the new agreement, energy will come from Neoen’s Goyder North Wind Farm, which will deliver the first 300 MW of capacity. This will be supported by the 200 MW/800 MWh Goyder Battery and Neoen’s advanced energy management systems. Both assets are being developed near Burra. This will position BHP as the primary customer.
The Goyder projects are expected to create around 550 construction jobs and 20 permanent roles, contributing to regional growth while supporting South Australia’s renewable energy transition.
Strengthening BHP’s Renewable Energy Portfolio
This is BHP’s second deal with Neoen and continues the company’s strategy of securing clean energy for its mining operations. The first Neoen agreement began in July 2025, and together, the two deals are projected to supply around 70% of BHP’s Copper SA electricity demand with renewable energy by FY2030.
“BHP’s Copper SA operations are taking another step forward in our decarbonisation journey,” said BHP Asset President Copper SA, Anna Wiley. “We’re using the size and scale of our copper operations to underpin significant new investment in renewable electricity in South Australia.”
How is BHP Supporting the Global Energy Transition
BHP has now supported five major renewable infrastructure projects in South Australia. Aligning with its commitment to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 30% by FY2030 and achieve net zero operational emissions by 2050.
Copper remains essential to the clean energy shift.
“Copper is one of the most critical minerals in enabling the global energy transition,” said BHP’s Group Sales and Marketing Officer, Michiel Hovers.
“As global demand for copper continues to grow, BHP is making significant progress in lowering the greenhouse gas emissions intensity of our copper production in South Australia.”
A Sustainable Future for Mining in South Australia
This latest renewable energy partnership underscores BHP’s leadership in sustainable mining and its role in driving the global decarbonisation agenda. By investing in wind energy and battery storage, BHP is not only cutting emissions but also supporting local jobs and regional development across South Australia.