PROJECT NAME
Project

Tumut BESS

A utility-scale battery supporting a more reliable, flexible and resilient electricity network in the Tumut region.

Location Tumut, NSW
Technology BESS
Capacity 80 MWh
Status In development
Estimated Project timeline

From development to operation

2025

Project development

Project concept and early development commenced.

Apr 2025

Planning

Planning, technical and environmental work progressed.

2026

Approvals

Relevant approvals and project conditions progressed.

2026

Construction

Construction and site works commenced.

2027

Commissioning

Infrastructure tested and prepared for operation.

2027

Operations

Project enters ongoing operation.

Project in numbers

Key stats and facts

80 MWh

expected DC Capacity

Stores energy for dispatch during peak demand and fluctuations in renewable generation.

20 MWac

battery output

Designed to support the reliability, flexibility and resilience of the electricity network.

20

battery units

Modular battery units work together as one integrated energy storage system.

5

inverters

Five inverters convert power between the battery system and electricity network.

Direct

connection

Connects directly to the local electricity network to support reliability.

Local vendor opportunities

Work with this project

We are always interested in hearing from local businesses who may be able to provide goods, services or expertise throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Civil works
  • Electrical
  • Earthworks
  • Fencing
  • Landscaping
  • Accommodation
  • Catering
  • Transport
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Community Benefit Fund

Supporting our local community

The Community Benefit Fund supports local initiatives, organisations and projects that create positive outcomes for the community surrounding the project.

Find out about eligibility, funding priorities and how to submit an application.

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