To do this we must ensure everyone has access to more affordable renewable energy.
Power Melbourne will see a network of mid-scale batteries installed and coordinated across the city. The pilot phase will see three battery energy storage systems – with a combined capacity of 450 kW / 1MWh – installed at Library at the Dock, Boyd Community Hub and a Council House site by mid-2024. This pilot phase is an opportunity to test the Power Melbourne model and gain insights to inform the expansion of the battery network and retail offering in the future.
A future retail electricity plan linked to the batteries will help renters, people living in apartments, and those running small businesses access more affordable renewable electricity. Creating a simple renewable electricity offering will provide residents and businesses an alternative energy plan and support the move towards sustainable energy technology.
This flagship project enables Melbourne to realise its commitment to powering the city with 100 per cent renewable energy by 2030. Accelerating the deployment of state-of-the-art technology at scale will cement Melbourne’s reputation as a global centre for clean energy innovation.
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