Community Update | July 2024
Wurdong Heights Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Important Akaysha Energy is committed to the delivery, development and deployment of large-scale batteries and renewables around the world.
This critical piece of energy infrastructure will help secure the energy supply in Queensland, by providing storage of excess energy generated during off peak hours for use during high demand periods.
We are proposing to develop a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Wurdong Heights, Queensland.
What is a Battery Energy Storage System?
Where will the BESS be located, and what is its capacity?
The Wurdong Heights BESS functions as a robust, rechargeable battery for the power grid. It captures excess energy from various sources from the grid, including solar and wind, to store for later use. This stored energy can be rapidly released back into the grid during periods of high demand or when renewable generation is low, helping to balance supply and demand and ensure a reliable flow of electricity.
The BESS is proposed to be built at 89 Hughes Road, Wurdong Heights, adjacent to the existing substation and electrical infrastructure. The BESS will be built on approximately 5 hectares (ha) of undeveloped land. The BESS is being designed for a capacity of 400MW/1600MWh providing up to 4 hours of energy storage, delivered using world-class leading battery technology.
What is the proposed timeline for the project?* The first stage involved detailed planning studies and project planning. The approval process has commenced with the submission of our designs and plans to Gladstone Regional Council. Following planning approvals we will commence construction in late 2025.
Planning Late 2023
Public Display Mid 2024
Construction Late 2025
Operations From 2027
Planning studies and development application submitted.
Community and stakeholder consultation
Construction starts.
Wurdong Heights BESS opens.
*Time frames are indicative only Wurdong Heights Community Update
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