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AGL Introduces Building of Grid-Scale Battery, Takes FID on 250 MW Project
Australia is blazing a trail in the rollout of AGL's 850 MW network of grid-scale batteries by the end of FY2024, commented Brett Redman, AGL Taking Care Of
Mar 25, 2021 // Storage, Australia, Oceania, Markus Brokhof, Brett Redman, AGL Energy Battery Storage, Grid-Scale battery
Fortescue, AGL Energy bid to transform NSW coal plants right into wind and also PV-powered hydrogen centers
repurposing of the two coal assets would certainly "turbo charge" the Australian state's target of halving its discharges by 2030-- export choices are
Dec 9, 2021 // Plants, Storage, Australia, AGL Energy, Oceania, coal, green hydrogen, decarbonisation, Fossil Fuels, electrolysers, Fortescue, solar-hydrogen
A$ 7.8 Bn Deal for Renewable Energy Transmission Infra in New South Wales
powering Snowy 2.0 hydropower project in NSW-- the most populous province of Australia. The claimed pumped-hydro project will be dedicated to supplying back up power
Dec 22, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, Australia, Oceania, nsw, Anthony Albanese, Dominic Perrottet, HumeLink line, New South Wales transmission deal, Sydney Ring transmission link, transmission infrastructure, VNI West interconnector
Neoen starts deal with 200MW Australian battery
has actually started construction of its 200MW Western Downs Battery in Australia. The designer has given notices to proceed to battery storage specialists Tesla
Dec 29, 2022 // Storage, TESLA, Australia, neoen, Oceania, Darren Miller, Xavier Barbaro, Louis de Sambucy, UGL
Solargis maps expose 'significant deviations' in average irradiance levels in key PV markets
averages has actually occurred across North America, India as well as Australia, emphasizing the variability challenge solar faces. " As margins tighten up
Apr 12, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, India, Australia, Asia, Oceania, Solargis, North America, irradiance, maps, solar irradiance mapping
New South Wales Greenlights 7 GW Pipeline in Central-West Orana REZ
connection studies—a benefit developers typically struggle to secure on Australia’s congested grid. In exchange, participants agree to strict milestones
May 8, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, new south wales, renewable energy zone, Wind Solar Battery
GIG, Shell Energy To Deliver 200MW Australian Energy Storage System
aiming to support the safe, safe and secure and also reliable procedure of Australia's power system. Through an offtake agreement, Shell Energy will certainly have
Apr 3, 2023 // Storage, Green Investment Group, Shell Energy, Fluence, GIG, Greg Callman, Battery Energy Storage System, Greg Joiner, Macquarie Asset Management, BESS in Cranbourne, Perfection Private, Rangebank BESS, Shell Energy Operations, Victoria BESS
AI Boosts Infratil Earnings in Data, Energy Sectors
including significant spending for CDC's data center construction projects in Australia and New Zealand.Overall, Infratil is optimistic about the future growth
May 21, 2024 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, New Zealand, Oceania, Infratil
AGL Energy Gets on With 850 MW Multi Site Battery Storage Project
investment degree that allows AGL to lead the transition to decarbonisation in Australia. " Battery storage is essential to boost the power system's flexibility and
Aug 17, 2020 // Markets & Finance News, Storage, storage, Battery Storage, Australia, AGL Energy, Oceania, nsw, Markus Brokhof, AGL Energy Battery Storage
Samsung C&T Cleared for QLD 300-MW Solar-Storage
Australia’s federal government has granted environmental approval for Samsung C&T Renewable Energy Australia’s 300‑MW Dunmore solar farm in Queensland, clearing a key permitting hurdle for the recently unveiled project. The approval allows the proponent to progress the utility‑scale solar development toward delivery.The project, described as a solar‑plus‑storage park, is expected to include a co‑located battery to bolster grid stability and firm renewable output. The decision supports Queensland’s push to expand clean energy capacity and advances national decarbonization goals. Samsung C&T can now move to detailed design, grid‑connection work and financing ahead of construction, subject to remaining state and local approvals. What are the next steps and grid impacts for the Dunmore solar-plus-storage project? Immediate next steps- Lock in final plant layout, battery power/energy ratio, and auxiliary systems- Progress connection negotiations with Powerlink and AEMO: GPS agreement, PSCAD/HV studies, protection/harmonics, and system strength assessments- Select EPC/O&M partners; secure key equipment (modules, inverters, transformers, BESS containers) amid long lead times- Close financing on the back of a revenue stack (PPA plus merchant/FCAS/FFR); finalize hedging and LGC strategy- Complete remaining state/local permits, land access, cultural heritage, biodiversity offsets, traffic and construction environmental plansPre‑construction and build- Establish grid‑connection works (substation, high‑voltage switchyard, export cable, potential network augmentations)- Mobilize civil works, tracker foundations, and BESS pads; stage procurement to match energization milestones- Commission in stages: back‑feed, hold‑point testing, R2 and model validation, performance compliance, then full dispatch enablementGrid impacts and integration- Adds a large block of daytime solar with dispatchable battery output to shift energy into evening peaks and shoulder periods- Co‑located BESS can reduce PV curtailment, firm output, and provide contingency/regulation FCAS and very fast FCAS, voltage/VAR support, and fast active‑power response- Potential congestion on Queensland 132/275 kV corridors; project MLF will be sensitive to concurrent solar output and network loading—battery charging during low/negative prices can ease congestion- System strength requirements may necessitate grid‑forming inverter capability, tuned controls, or external remediation; settings will be validated through GPS testing- Likely to improve local reliability by providing dynamic voltage support and fast frequency response; may reduce net minimum‑demand stress by absorbing midday surplus and re‑dispatching later- Curtailment risk remains under certain constraint sets; operational strategies (battery pre‑charge, export caps, coordinated bidding) will be used to manage constraints- Supports Queensland renewable targets by delivering firmed clean energy and additional ancillary services capacity
Nov 10, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, samsung
Rio Tinto Locks 30-Year Renewable Power for Pilbara
purchase agreement to cut emissions from its iron ore operations in Western Australia. The electricity will be supplied by large-scale solar and wind projects
May 11, 2026 // Storage, Blockchain, PPA, Australia, Oceania, mining, energy transition, wind, RioTinto
Solar indulges in brand-new Aussie power record
Australian solar power created extra power on Sunday than coal for the first time given that the market was established two decades back. The crossover point lasted for just a couple of minutes, as low demand and bright skies on Sunday implied the contribution from coal dropped to a record low of 9315MW following twelve noon, while solar supplied the dominant show 9427MW, according to reports. Greenpeace Australia Pacific president David Ritter stated: "Coal is now the most pricey, unstable and polluting method to source power. " With a planned transition, we can pleasantly shut all coal-burning power stations by 2030. " The Clean Energy Revolution is here - investors understand it, service recognizes it, leaders around the globe recognize it - it's simply our federal government that's left dragging. " To enable the change to clean energy and remain to motivate financial investment, we need to modernise the grid, upgrade the NEM and devote to coal-burning power plant closure."
Aug 25, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, Australia, Oceania, GLOBAL, David Ritter
Infratil creates Asian renewables system with USD-233m commitment
renewable resource system developed by Infratil adhering to Tilt Renewables in Australia, Longroad Energy in the US as well as Galileo Green Energy in
Sep 10, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, Asia, Singapore, Infratil, Gurin Energy
Amazon.com join for an additional 410 MW of solar in United States
with a 100-MW solar project in China as well as a 105-MW solar project in Australia, Amazon will certainly develop 2 solar projects in Ohio and also one in
May 21, 2020 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, USA, Amazon, North America, Kara Hurst
ACEN to acquire owner of 60-MWp solar park in the Philippines
GW of attributable capacity in the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, and Australia, with an eco-friendly share of
Dec 2, 2022 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, Asia, Philippines, Solar Park, ACEN