Press Releases

Australia’s energy storage market is moving beyond early adoption. As rooftop solar, batteries and electrification become more closely connected, storage systems are increasingly expected to deliver not only capacity, but also long-term safety, reliability and adaptability across residential and commercial applications.

Victoria Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio launched Yarra Energy Foundation’s unique neighbourhood battery with two wheelchair accessible electric vehicle charging bays outside the Collingwood Leisure Centre in Clifton Hill, an inner-city suburb of Melbourne.

Vilion has successfully concluded its participation in both Solar & Storage Live UK 2026 in London (April 29–30) and Smart Energy Council Expo 2026 in Sydney (May 6–7), further strengthening its presence in the global commercial & industrial (C&I) energy storage market.

Construction continues to progress steadily at the Stanwell Battery energy storage project near Rockhampton.

Vena Energy, a leading green energy solutions provider across the Asia-Pacific region, has commenced construction of two major solar projects in Ilocos Norte, marking another significant step in supporting the Philippines’ clean energy transition.

Fox ESS, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, attended Smart Energy 2026 during 6-7 May as a platinum sponsor. At the event, Fox ESS showcased its next-generation approach to solar storage and EV charging solution, delivering a seamless, future-ready energy experience for homeowners and installers across Australia.

The Victorian Liberal-Nationals announcement on 7 May 2026 to halt critical infrastructure projects VNI West and Western Renewables Link would leave Victoria with a weaker and less secure electricity system, that is increasingly exposed to coal outages as Yallourn heads towards closure.

TasNetworks has reached financial close for the North West Transmission Developments, marking the final major step before construction begins on its largest-ever infrastructure project.

The evolution of Australia’s energy sector has taken another step forward, with eleven industry representatives selected to form the industry‑led Working Group tasked with co‑designing standardised electricity contracts for Australia’s first Electricity Services Entry Mechanism (ESEM) tender, anticipated to occur in late 2027 subject to Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council approval.

The Smart Energy Council has celebrated the very best of Australia’s renewable energy sector at the Smart Energy Excellence Awards & Gala Dinner 2026, held on 6 May at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Sydney.