The initial part of the project which includes a new gas fired power station is nearing completion and this new infrastructure is providing the platform for the next phase of the project, which includes the development of a large solar farm and battery storage system. Western Australian state government-owned power company Horizon Power is developing the country’s largest energy microgrid after winning state government approval for the next phase of its renewable energy project in the town of Onslow. The first stage involves a gas-fired power station to be followed by a solar farm and battery storage. In an interview with Guardian Australia, Energy Minister Mark McArdle said that while he was not aware of any specific plans or funding arrangements for the project, it would help meet Australia’s growing demand for electricity The battery plant will be used to manage a smooth energy supply during poor weather and peak demand.
Western Australian state government-owned power company Horizon Power is developing the country’s largest energy microgrid after winning state government approval for the next phase of its renewable energy project in the town of Onslow. The first stage involves a gas-fired power station to be followed by a solar farm and battery storage. In an interview with Guardian Australia, Energy Minister Mark McArdle said that while he was not aware of any specific plans or funding arrangements for the project, it would help meet Australia’s growing demand for electricity The battery plant will be used to manage a smooth energy supply during poor weather and peak demand.