A western Queensland shire council says it will go ahead with a plan to build a $3.5 million geothermal plant.
The Winton Shire Council said it would need to borrow some money for the construction but a geothermal power plant could save $15 million over 20 years in electricity costs.
The plan is to use heat from artesian water as an energy source to power council buildings.
Mayor Butch Lenton said the plant should be operational by the end of 2016 and would help ensure the small town's sustainability.
"Anything to do with the sustainability of small towns I think councils have got to look towards it," he said. Read More.....