PROJECT NAME
Project

Tea Gardens BESS (1 & 2)

A locally connected battery supporting a more reliable and flexible electricity network in Tea Gardens.

Location Tea Gardens, NSW
Technology BESS
Capacity 40 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

40 MWh

expected DC Capacity

Stores energy for dispatch when demand on the electricity network is higher.

10 MWac

battery output

Supports the flow of energy between the battery and the local electricity network.

8

battery units

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

8

inverters

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

~1 km

from town

Located north of the town centre, with an industrial zone between the town and site.

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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