The state of Queensland in Australia continues to drive its leading role in the country`s energy transition. As a first in Australia (and potentially globally), the state has an agreement with a publicly-owned electricity generator to secure the first large-scale deployment of locally made flow batteries in Australia.

The consortium is now working on an initial 150 MW battery project by 2029 with the ongoing rights to purchase up to 200 MW per annum.

Ultimately, the project aims to deliver a 150 MW battery installation into commercial operation as early as 2029. This would power 50,000 homes overnight.

Whilst this is a small step, it shows that the time is right to invest into grid scale energy storage projects.

Being half Australian this brings a smile to my face and shows that there is more than just the coal industry to this great country!