Supernode BESS
Sector
Solar + Storage Solutions
Status
Construction
Year acquired
2021
Region
Australia
Supernode is strategically located next to the South Pine switchyard, the central hub of Queensland’s electricity transmission network, where 80% of the state’s electricity flows daily.
This strategic location enables the development of one of the largest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installations in the Australian National Electricity Market. The 780 MW (2 – 4 Hour) BESS will provide an innovative solution for large power users, offering stable power supply and addressing critical grid stability challenges recently identified by AEMO.
Target outcomes
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Low-cost and optimally located energy storage project that mitigates Marginal Loss Factor (MLF) and curtailment risk, a feature uniquely available to projects located near the central node
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A major power load connected at the central node of the Queensland electricity grid providing grid support services by increasing minimum system operation demand needed to help ensure a stable power system
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May reduce the risk of blackouts for Queensland homes and businesses
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The BESS may also help resolve zonal flow constraints to enhance investments in the REZ and defer grid upgrades