The Banana Shire Council has given approval to the solar energy company FRV to develop a solar farm near Baralaba in central Queensland.

In September, the Central Highlands Regional Council gave the same company approval to develop solar operations at Tieri.

Banana Shire Mayor Ron Carige said the project could create up to 200 jobs during the construction phase.

"It's a great opportunity for not only for the shire but for the community around Baralaba itself," he said.

"So it's right near the substation at Baralaba and the total area is 730 hectares but the panels will take up approximately 660 hectares, so it's quite a large project."

Councillor Carige said it was a great opportunity for the region moving forward.

"They've quoted us up to 200 jobs during construction then that of course only comes down to about five permanent jobs once the job's been completed," he said.

"So again could be a really good boost for the Baralaba area or the community as a whole.

"It could be something that the council could get involved in and partnership with a company like this to produce some renewable energy and help us with our power costs going forward."