Jul 22, 2025 · AEMO has reported a record-breaking surge in new renewable energy generation and storage assets reaching full operation within the NEM.
May 4, 2025 · Standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) have increased from 11GW to 20.5GW, accounting for 40% of the new generation and energy storage capacity pipeline.
Nov 14, 2024 · A new white paper from Monash Business School has confirmed the essential role large-scale electricity storage will need to play if Australia is to reach its stated clean energy
Jul 22, 2025 · 18 projects, totalling 6.5GW, have seen their applications approved in the third quarter. This includes 10 battery storage systems, totalling 2.4GW, one hydropower plant
Jul 14, 2025 · Edify Energy is seeking approval under the Australian federal government''s Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act to build the Nowingi Solar
Feb 14, 2025 · The Australian Government is investing in safer, more affordable, and longer-lasting battery storage, with Allegro Energy among the latest recipients of the Industry Growth
May 1, 2024 · To this extent, an explicit overview of Battery Energy Storage is provided, especially as a Distributed Energy Resource, while a detailed description of hybrid PV-BESS
Aug 1, 2024 · Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES), Compressed Air Energy Storage System (CAES), and green hydrogen (via fuel cells, and fast response hydrogen-fueled gas peaking
Apr 18, 2024 · About this report This is the first edition of a new half-yearly report, monitoring the progress of the deployment of rooftop solar and behind-the-meter energy storage systems in
Sep 24, 2024 · About this report This is the second edition of the Clean Energy Council''s (CEC) half-yearly report, monitoring the progress of the deployment of rooftop solar and behind-the
Aug 1, 2024 · Increasing gap between maximum and minimum operational demand in Australia call for urgent need of balancing storage technologies. Fast response hybrid battery
Jul 17, 2023 · Background In recent years, solar photovoltaic technology has experienced significant advances in both materials and systems, leading to improvements in efficiency,
Apr 30, 2025 · Generally, an energy storage system (ESS) is an effective procedure for minimizing the fluctuation of electric energy produced by renewable energy resources for
Oct 24, 2024 · The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), and Clean Energy Innovation Fund (CEIF) continued to operate
6 days ago · EVO Power EVO Power is an Australian technology company that enables the electrification of large commercial and small utility projects with fully integrated energy storage
May 20, 2025 · SMA''s portfolio contains a wide range of efficient PV and battery inverters, holistic system solutions for PV and battery-storage systems of all
Sep 10, 2024 · Listed below are the five largest energy storage projects by capacity in Australia, according to GlobalData''s power database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to
Renewable storage technologies have the potential to revolutionise clean and reliable energy access in remote communities, support cost-effective decarbonisation in industry and transform Australia into a green hydrogen export superpower.
Elements Green & SMA Australia have reached a major milestone for Australia’s renewable energy transition with the connection approval of Eurimbula Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), which is set to become the largest hybrid renewable energy project connected to the National Electricity Market (NEM).
613MW of solar PV reached full output in the third quarter of 2025. Image: AEMO. The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has reported a record-breaking surge in new renewable energy generation and storage assets reaching full operation within the National Electricity Market (NEM).
The Bonshaw Solar PV Park – Battery Energy Storage System is a 300,000kW lithium-ion battery energy storage project located in Inverell Shire, New South Wales, Australia. The electro-chemical battery storage project uses lithium-ion battery storage technology. The project was announced in 2020 and will be commissioned in 2024.
Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES), Compressed Air Energy Storage System (CAES), and green hydrogen (via fuel cells, and fast response hydrogen-fueled gas peaking turbines) will be options for medium to long-term storage. Batteries and SCs are assessed as a prudent option for the immediate net zero targets for 2030–2050.
The New England Solar Farm – Battery Energy Storage System is a 1,400,000kW lithium-ion battery energy storage project located in Uralla, New South Wales, Australia. The rated storage capacity of the project is 2,800,000kWh. The electro-chemical battery storage project uses lithium-ion battery storage technology.
The global solar storage container market is experiencing explosive growth, with demand increasing by over 200% in the past two years. Pre-fabricated containerized solutions now account for approximately 35% of all new utility-scale storage deployments worldwide. North America leads with 40% market share, driven by streamlined permitting processes and tax incentives that reduce total project costs by 15-25%. Europe follows closely with 32% market share, where standardized container designs have cut installation timelines by 60% compared to traditional built-in-place systems. Asia-Pacific represents the fastest-growing region at 45% CAGR, with China's manufacturing scale reducing container prices by 18% annually. Emerging markets in Africa and Latin America are adopting mobile container solutions for rapid electrification, with typical payback periods of 3-5 years. Major projects now deploy clusters of 20+ containers creating storage farms with 100+MWh capacity at costs below $280/kWh.
Technological advancements are dramatically improving solar storage container performance while reducing costs. Next-generation thermal management systems maintain optimal operating temperatures with 40% less energy consumption, extending battery lifespan to 15+ years. Standardized plug-and-play designs have reduced installation costs from $80/kWh to $45/kWh since 2023. Smart integration features now allow multiple containers to operate as coordinated virtual power plants, increasing revenue potential by 25% through peak shaving and grid services. Safety innovations including multi-stage fire suppression and gas detection systems have reduced insurance premiums by 30% for container-based projects. New modular designs enable capacity expansion through simple container additions at just $210/kWh for incremental capacity. These innovations have improved ROI significantly, with commercial projects typically achieving payback in 4-7 years depending on local electricity rates and incentive programs. Recent pricing trends show 20ft containers (1-2MWh) starting at $350,000 and 40ft containers (3-6MWh) from $650,000, with volume discounts available for large orders.