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Fortescue to Launch Renewable Energy Hub in Pilbara

4/18/2026

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  • Fortescue, an Australia-based mining company, plans to eliminate fossil fuels by creating a renewable energy hub at its Pilbara site by next year.
  • The facility will combine solar and wind energy with a battery storage system to provide continuous power.
  • Fortescue expects to save AUD 142 million ($100 million) and strengthen energy security amid global supply chain instability.