Fortescue founder Andrew Forrest wants to see his company's proposed renewable energy assets in the Pilbara connected to a common user grid to provide power for the region.
Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation has submitted environmental approval plans for a giant wind farm and solar farm just south of Karratha - its second such project in the Pilbara.
Fast-growing indigenous business Yurra, which boasts annual revenue of about $150 million, has commenced a process to identify a strategic equity partner to join the founding shareholders.
