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Community

ERM is a proud supporter of schools in the Darling Downs area.

Recently the station helped fund a Darling Downs student music trip to attend performances by the Queensland Orchestra.

ERM has also helped bring the Toowoomba State High School Orchestra to participate in the Australian International Music Festival.

To find out more about our community projects in this area, or to apply for sponsorship of your community activities, visit our Community section.

 

 

 

 

Fast Facts

Fast Facts

  • The Oakey Power Station uses two 150 MW turbines to generate electricity.
  • Gas for the plant is sourced from a pipeline that extends from Roma to Brisbane.
  • In 2014 Oakey Power Station is forecast to have an asset value of $165m, five times the original equity value.
  • The power station has a self-sufficient water supply, drawing on its two bores.




  • Oakey produces 30% less greenhouse gas emissions than an equivalent coal-fired power station.