Community Investment

Community Investment

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We seek to invest in communities where we can have a meaningful impact and enhance the quality of life where our employees work and live. TransAlta Australia’s community investment partnerships include: - Supporting the mentorship projects in the Pilbara region of The Smith Family Toy & Book Appeal; - Sponsorship of the Special Children’s Christmas Party, Australia’s largest event of its kind; - Sponsorship of Coxman Training and Iron Pride Refit at Volunteer Marine Rescue Service Port Hedland Inc.; - Donations to the Illusions Netball Club Port Hedland, supplying new matching squad uniforms and equipment replacement for their two junior teams; - Donations to Hedland Well Women’s Centre in support of their three-day Christmas lunch where Hedland residents can form new friendships and connect and engage with staff; and - Leinster Sport and Recreation Association Inc. through the donation of a new Leinster Community Playground in partnership with BHP Nickel West.
TransAlta Energy (Australia) Pty Ltd20+ years - and just getting started As one of WA's largest independent power producers, we know how to meet today's power needs while advancing the cleaner energy technologies of tomorrow. In the mid-1990's TransAlta started operations in the Goldfields, supporting gold and nickel operations from our Parkeston and Southern Cross facilities and we have been safely and reliably supporting Australia’s resource industry ever since. In 2014, TransAlta and Horizon Power entered a long-term supply contract, resulting in TransAlta’s newest addition to the fleet; the 150 MW South Hedland Power Station reaching commercial operation in 2017. South Hedland Power Station actively supports the iron ore industry by supplying efficient, reliable gas generation to the region. We now provide generation to customers across Western Australia, from facilities connected to the South West Interconnected System (SWIS), the North West Interconnected System (NWIS) and off-grid load customers. If we say it, we can do it Our team works hands on helping customers manage their electricity costs, security of supply and environmental footprint. We offer: Customised solutions to meet your electricity needs Flexible contractual arrangements to suit a variety of businesses A proven track record of safe and reliable operations The ability to operate remote islanded generation and networks We are growing and are looking for new opportunities across Australia. We want to be part of your CLEAN ELECTRICITY transition.

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