Gnarwarre BESS

Enhancing grid stability on Victoria’s Surf Coast.

At a Glance

Capacity – 250 MW / 500 MWh

Land size – 7 hectares

Location – Gnarwarre (Surf Coast), Victoria

For the economy – 200+ jobs created during construction and 5+ jobs once operational. 

For the climate – Offsetting 155,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year and powering more than 16,000 homes per day.

Map showing Gnarwarre BESS and nearby towns and roads

Project Overview

ACEnergy advanced the project to ready-to-build status before transferring ownership to a dedicated asset owner.

The Gnarwarre BESS is a proposed 250 MW Battery Energy Storage System in Gnarwarre, on Victoria’s Surf Coast. Once operational, it will feed energy directly into the 220kV transmission line, stabilising Victoria’s grid and supplying electricity to the region. The project is a step towards meeting the Victorian Government’s renewable energy targets.

The project will create upwards of 70 jobs during construction and we will work with local businesses, accommodation providers, and material suppliers throughout the project. Once operational, the project will create five full-time jobs to operate and maintain the BESS.

Project Timeline

Status:

Under Development

Land Secured:

2020

Phase 1

Development & Approvals
2020-2022

Phase 2

Construction
2025-2027

Phase 3

Operations
From 2027

Working with the community

We have been engaging with the Surf Coast Shire Council since the early planning stages of the project and sought feedback from nearby residents and communities. In response to feedback received from the community, we updated our project design, in particular amending the access location for the project.

We will continue to keep the community informed of project progress and impacts throughout its lifecycle. Our project team is available to answer any questions and welcomes your feedback.

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