One of the largest sawmills in Australia installing a biomass system

lr OneFortyOne Chief Operating Officer Nigel Boyd, Minister for Forest Industries Clare Scriven MLC, Prime Minister Peter Malinauskas MP, OneFortyOne CEO Wendy Norris

OneFortyOne has announced an investment of approximately $30 million (€18.5 million) in a renewable biomass power generation project at Jubilee Sawmill in Mount Gambier – one of the largest sawmills in Australia.
The project, which includes the installation of a new boiler and steam turbine, represents a total investment of approximately $90 million (€55.7 million).
According to OneFortyOne, the new turbine will generate more than enough electricity to power the entire Jubilee Sawmill facility.
Excess renewable energy can be returned to the grid or used for future electrification of forklifts, trucks and other machinery.
It is expected to be completed by 2026 and will deliver a range of benefits, including helping OneFortyOne achieve emissions reductions of over 70%, over 50% for combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions, over 85% for total reductions Scope 2 emissions and by over 9,000 tCO2e emissions avoided at 2021 levels.
The total estimated annual electricity production from renewable sources is 43,800 MWh.
Wendy Norris, CEO, said: “Jubilee Sawmill has been part of OneFortyOne since 2018 and we have proudly invested in the team and facility every year since then. The need to replace our current boiler, which is nearing the end of its life, has given us a unique opportunity to rethink the way we use steam and electricity in our plant.
This investment not only supports our decarbonization goals, but also ensures our future renewable energy opportunities.
By installing a steam turbine power generation system, we will be able to generate electricity from biomass, significantly changing the use of wood fiber in preparation for future energy needs.”
Peter Malinauskas, MP, Premier of South Australia, commented: “This investment in one of South Australia’s most important industries is exciting for our state. This is a welcome announcement that means the longevity of the technology, reduced carbon emissions and the return of renewable energy to the grid.”

lr OneFortyOne Chief Operating Officer Nigel Boyd, Minister for Forest Industries Clare Scriven MLC, Prime Minister Peter Malinauskas MP, OneFortyOne CEO Wendy Norris