Neoen operates 238.5 MW battery project in South Australia

The company so far delivers 50% of the state’s energy storage.

Neoen has commenced the operation of its second batter project in South Australia.

In a statement, the company said its Blyth Battery project has a capacity of 238.5 megawatts (MW) / 477 megawatt-hours (MWh), the highest in South Australia.

“Blyth Battery will not only contribute to the grid but also support Neoen’s first-ever renewable energy baseload contract, helping firm wind power from our Goyder South Stage 1 wind farm to power operations at BHP’s Olympic Dam – also located in South Australia,” Neoen said.

Combined, with Hornsdale Power Reserve 150 MW / 193.5 MWh, Neoen said it is delivering nearly 50% of the state’s energy storage.