A new large-scale battery energy storage system will be built in Tarrone, Victoria. The project will support thousands of households with cheaper and cleaner electricity.
Global Power Generation will lead the construction. The battery will store renewable energy during the day. It will release electricity back into the grid when demand is high. This helps lower power bills and supports energy reliability.
The system will hold up to 200 megawatt hours of energy. It can power around 69,000 homes during peak times.
The project is valued at $190 million. It is expected to create over 100 jobs during construction. Two full-time positions will remain after the battery is operating.
The plan was reviewed with local residents, energy providers, fire authorities, and the council. Feedback was considered before moving forward.
This project is one of many fast-tracked under a program that supports renewable energy development. Since opening to clean energy projects, the program has helped speed up 16 renewable projects across Victoria. Together, these projects could power over 500,000 households and support battery storage for more than 1 million homes.
Before this process, many energy project approvals faced delays. One in five applications ended up in long legal reviews. The fast-tracked system helps reduce wait times and bring clean energy to communities sooner.
Victoria continues to lead in renewable energy. New battery storage systems help manage peak demand and keep electricity prices low.