The ACT Government is building the energy infrastructure our growing city needs to reach net zero with the launch of the Casey Neighbourhood Battery.
The launch marks another important milestone in the rollout of the Big Canberra Battery Project and the ACT's energy transition as we electrify our city.
The Casey Neighbourhood Battery has an energy-storage capacity of 225kWh and a maximum power output of 110kW, which can power up to 86 nearby households that are connected to the electrical sub-station adjacent to the battery.
The battery joins similar batteries in Dickson and Fadden, forming a growing network of neighbourhood-scale energy storage solutions across the ACT.
Delivered in partnership with Evoenergy, these three batteries are part of the ACT Government's Big Canberra Battery project and are funded through the Australian Government's Community Batteries for Household Solar Program. Additional funding has also been provided by Evoenergy to support the installation of these batteries.
Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water Suzanne Orr said battery storage was essential to the ACT's energy transition as we electrify our city and work towards net zero emissions by 2045.
"Wind and solar generate clean electricity, and large-scale batteries allow us to store that energy and support the grid," Minister Orr said.
"Through the Big Canberra Battery project, the ACT Government is building a network of batteries across the Territory to help future-proof our energy system."
Minister Orr said that the new neighbourhood batteries will help to deliver a smarter, more resilient energy system.
"Unlike home batteries, neighbourhood batteries connect directly to the local electricity network, storing surplus energy from the grid during the day and releasing it when demand is high," Minister Orr said.
"Think of it as an energy sponge for the suburbs, these neighbourhood batteries soak up excess energy during the day and release it when it's needed most.
"Batteries help ease pressure on the grid, support more rooftop solar installation, improve power quality and reliability, and build a cleaner, more resilient energy system for everyone.
"The Casey neighbourhood battery is not only an important piece of energy infrastructure, it also features stunning artwork by Kalara Gilbert, a proud Wiradjuri artist based in Canberra. Her design tells a story of connection to Country through the Bogong Moth and Black Cockatoo, honouring the annual migrations to Tidbinbilla where Nations came together for ceremony, storytelling and renewal,."
Learn more about how we're building a smarter energy system on the Everyday Climate Choices website.
