27 September 2023

Albury to plug in first hydro battery

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Australia’s first hydro-powered battery is to be located near Albury following approval by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.

Minister for Planning, Rob Stokes said the hydro-powered battery would be charged by the nearby Hume Hydro Power Station.

“The battery will be able to dispatch energy to the grid during peak demand, boosting grid stability and energy security in what is the first co-located battery and hydro project in Australia,” Mr Stokes said.

He said the project would supply clean and reliable energy as well as providing jobs in the local area.

Minister for Energy, Matt Kean said the project was an example of how industry was supporting the State’s growing renewable energy sector through innovation and investment.

“We know New South Wales has some of the best hydro opportunities anywhere in the world and this sort of battery innovation adds to the renewable energy mix right across the State,” Mr Kean said.

“As renewable energy becomes a greater part of our energy mix, projects like this will help to support the continued growth of our economy by delivering a modern, cheap and reliable energy grid for the people of New South Wales,” he said.

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