Australia
CS Energy’s 100-MW Chinchilla energy storage starts full operation
This is the first operational project in the Kogan Clean Energy Hub.
Arrow Energy to expand Surat Gas Project late 2024
This will add 130 terajoules of gas to the market daily.
Akaysha Energy starts building Queensland’s 205 MW energy storage system
Commercial operation is expected by 2026.
Is pumped hydro a solution for Australia's mine voids?
An independent think tank warns taxpayers may be put at risk.
Australia OKs renewable energy zone transmission project
Construction will begin late 2024.
FRV Australia starts construction of 100-MW Terang battery project
This can store a total energy of 200 megawatt-hours.
EnergyCo releases scoping report for New England RE zone
This establishes the necessary infrastructure to connect the project to the grid.
J-POWER completes acquisition of Genex
The acquisition price was $228m.
FRV Australia secures $781m refinancing for 1-GW solar portfolio
This will also benefit future projects.
ARENA grants $3.2m to two solar projects focused on driving down costs
This will fund robotics and software development.
Tasmania green lights Ark Energy’s proposed wind farm
It will be located in the Central Highlands region.
ARENA injects $15m into National Electricity Market transition
This will enhance the power system's readiness for high levels of clean energy operation.
Australia inks deals with Western, South Australia for renewable energy projects
These include developing a 6.5 TWh wind and solar facility.
Ark Energy withdraws development application for Doughboy Wind Farm
A new scoping report will be submitted in case of a resumption.
Zenith Energy inks PPA for hybrid power project in Western Australia
This will have solar and wind farms.
Justin Punch retains post as ARENA chair
New board members were also announced.