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New QLD battery storage

QLD battery construction

In partnership with Tesla and Yurika, Queensland’s CleanCo has begun construction on a new $330 million battery in Swanbank.

With a capacity of 250MW/500MWh, the battery can store enough energy to power more than two-thirds of Ipswich for two hours each night.

The project is CleanCo’s first battery storage project, with plans to have the site energised by mid-2025.

“This project marks our commitment to a sustainable energy future for Queensland, marking the beginning of the Swanbank Clean Energy Hub’s transformative journey,” CleanCo chief executive officer Tom Metcalfe said.

“The Swanbank Battery will add significant capacity for CleanCo to supply our customers with competitively priced, reliable clean energy around the clock.”

Yurika executive general manager Belinda Watton agreed and said the battery energy storage system will support businesses through the energy transition.

“Energy infrastructure is at the core of what we do, and we’re really looking forward to the partnership with CleanCo Queensland, Tesla and of course the local community to reimagine Swanbank through its Clean Energy Hub,” Watton said.

“Alongside cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy, this publicly owned asset supports the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, creating jobs for Queenslanders and signals an incredibly positive investment into our clean energy future.”

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