BrightNight's Mortlake Energy Hub: Grid Approval for Mega PV-Storage

• BrightNight's Mortlake Energy Hub: A groundbreaking hybrid renewable energy complex in Victoria, set to power 140,000 homes annually. Leading the way in sustainable energy solutions.

Renewable power producer BrightNight has received approval from the Australian Energy Market Operator to connect a hybrid renewable energy complex with 360 MW of solar and 300 MW of battery energy storage capacity in Victoria, Australia. The Mortlake Energy Hub will be the largest complex of its kind in the southeastern state and the first hybrid renewable energy proposal in Victoria to secure AEMO-approved generator performance standards along the 500-kV transmission network.

The Mortlake Energy Hub will combine power generation from photovoltaic panels with agricultural activities such as grazing, and is expected to generate enough electricity to cover the consumption of about 140,000 homes annually, representing more than 1% of Victoria's overall power demand. Construction activities for the project are set to begin next year, with BrightNight aiming to approach gigawatt-scale buildout in the Australian market. Country head of BrightNight Australia, Polly Baranco, described the Mortlake Hub as the most advanced project in the company's Australia portfolio and a blueprint for future projects.

What makes the Mortlake Energy Hub the largest of its kind in Victoria?

• The Mortlake Energy Hub will have a total capacity of 660 MW, with 360 MW of solar power and 300 MW of battery energy storage capacity.
• It will be the largest complex of its kind in Victoria, Australia, making it a significant contributor to the state's renewable energy goals.
  
• The project has received approval from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) to connect to the 500-kV transmission network, ensuring reliable and efficient power distribution.
  
• The Mortlake Energy Hub will not only generate electricity but also integrate agricultural activities such as grazing, showcasing a sustainable and innovative approach to renewable energy development.
  
• Once operational, the hub is expected to generate enough electricity to power approximately 140,000 homes annually, making a significant impact on Victoria's overall power demand.
  
• Construction activities for the Mortlake Energy Hub are scheduled to begin next year, with BrightNight aiming to expand its presence in the Australian renewable energy market with gigawatt-scale projects.
• Polly Baranco, the country head of BrightNight Australia, has described the Mortlake Hub as the most advanced project in the company's Australia portfolio, setting a benchmark for future renewable energy projects in the region.