Australia

Mainstream and Someva secure investigation permit for 500 MW wind farm in NSW

The project can power around 300,000 homes once operational.

CEFC invests $490m in NSW grid infrastructure

This will support the development of the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone.

Queensland’s Kennedy Energy Park starts operations

This is the country’s first large-scale hybrid renewable energy facility.

RWE to develop 50 MW BESS project in NSW to start in late 2025

The project is expected to start operations in late 2025.

Australia to double renewable capacity by 2033

This will be supported by the Future Made in Australia package

Coal-fired Eraring Power Station retirement postponed to 2027

Started in 1984, the plant is initially targeted for closure as early as August 2025.

Ausgrid deploys 3rd community battery in New South Wales

The 535 kWh project is located in North Epping.

Australian government allocates $9.2b to boost renewable energy sector

The amount forms part of the $15.1b Future Made in Australia package.

Queensland invests $295.3m to expand Stanwell mega battery

The project is expected to be completed by mid-2027.

Australia launches 1.7 GW RE tender in Victoria and Tasmania

This is the country’s largest tender for the month of May.

CIP unveils Southerly Ten platform for offshore wind development in Australia

It also bagged two licences for projects that could deliver 4.4 GW of electricity.

Neoen to Develop Stage 2 of Australia’s Collie Battery project

The project is expected to start operation in Q4 2025.