The first CATL batteries have been installed on what will be the biggest utility scale battery storage project in Western Australia’s main grid, the most isolated grid of its size in the world.
The 100MW/200MWh Kwinana battery is owned by state-owned utility Synergy, and will feature 600 CATL battery units, believed to be the biggest mandate for that company in Australia to date.
The first installations were witnessed by state premier Mark McGowan and energy minister Bill Johnston, both keen to promote the state’s plans to invest $3.8 billion in new renewable energy infrastructure, and a further 1,100MW of storage to be delivered through Synergy.
“Increasing energy storage over the next decade will be crucial to addressing system security risks, such as high levels of rooftop solar generation, and ensuring reliable power supply to Western Australia’s main electricity…
First CATL batteries installed in WA’s biggest utility scale storage project
