Koorangie energy storage system, Australia – update
Name of the Project
Koorangie energy storage system (KESS).
Location
North West Victoria, Australia, near the town of Kerang.
Project Owner/s
Edify Energy.
Project Description
KESS is capable of powering 350 000 homes for two hours and includes a 185 MW/370 MWh battery energy storage system.
The objective is to increase the renewable hosting capacity of the Murray river renewable-energy zone by up to 300 MW through the provision of system strength to improve network stability.
The energy storage system uses 100 Tesla Megapacks, equipped with grid-forming inverters that operate in ‘virtual machine mode’. This will enable the system to operate in a manner akin to a conventional generator.
The project is supported by a 15-year term offtake agreement with Shell Energy.
Potential Job Creation
More than 520 jobs were created during peak construction.
Capital Expenditure
$400-million.
Planned Start/End Date
KESS achieved full operation in July 2025.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Consolidated Power Projects (construction).
Contact Details for Project Information
Edify Energy, Michelle Grogan, tel +61 2 8790 4000 or email michelle.grogan@edifyenergy.com.
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