Stanwell contracts for 1,010 MWh Stage 3 offtake from Supernode BESS
Australian energy infrastructure investor Quinbrook’s $1.4 billion Supernode battery project in Queensland will expand by 250 MW through an offtake agreement with state-owned Stanwell Corporation bringing the energy collosus to a total 750 MW / 2,540 MWh capacity.
AusNet advances connection works for FRV hybrid projects
The path for Fotowatio Renewable Ventures to build two hybrid solar and energy storage projects in central Victoria has been smoothed with electricity distribution company AusNet revealing it is “unconditionally” progressing the connection works for the hybrid installations.
ACLE lands contract to add big battery to Queensland solar farm
Australian EPC contractor ACLE Services has been awarded the construction contract for the first stage of a 148 MW battery energy storage system to be deployed at Spanish renewables developer X-Elio’s 200 MW Blue Grass Solar Farm in Queensland.
Samsung C&T seeks approval for 320 MWh battery in NSW
The Australian renewable energy and storage arm of South Korean industrial conglomerate Samsung has submitted plans for another large-scale battery energy storage project to the federal government for environmental approval.
Jinko unveils 6.25 MWh battery
The Chinese manufacturer has unveiled its latest utility-scale battery energy storage system and announced that global deliveries will begin in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Acen seals deal to support growth of 13 GW Australian portfolio
Philippines-controlled Acen Australia has finalised a $750 million portfolio debt financing transaction that will support the operation and ongoing development of one of the largest renewable energy pipelines in the country and establish a platform for financing new projects in Australia.
Ace Power lands federal nod for 5.6 GWh of battery energy storage
Plans to build more than 5.6 GWh of battery energy storage across two projects in central Queensland have received the all clear to skip the federal government’s environmental approvals process.
Trina debuts 5 MWh energy storage system
The Chinese manufacturer said its new utility-scale battery uses 314 Ah cells with a 15,000-cycle lifespan.
Jinko Solar signs 100 MWh deal with South Australian procurement company
South Australian solar equipment procurement company Hunter PV has signed an agreement with Jinko Solar for 100 MWh of energy storage systems in a move to expand the company’s national commercial solar footprint.
NSW launches guide to help navigate REZ development
A new guide has been released to help landowners navigate their potential role in the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone and understand the possibilities and challenges of hosting utility-scale solar farms, battery energy storage systems, wind turbines or transmission infrastructure.
