Gara BESS

Gara BESS is located Armidale NSW. The project will support New South Wales’s clean energy transition and secure reliable, affordable power.

Additionally, Gara BESS will be one of the state’s largest Battery Energy Storage Systems once operational and will connect directly to existing 330kV network infrastructure.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Location: Armidale NSW

• Capacity: 400MW/1600MWh Standalone BESS

• Connection: Directly to existing 330kV network infrastructure

Key Benefits of the BESS

Supporting New South Wales’s Clean Energy Transition

The Gara BESS is a pivotal component of New South Wales's strategy to transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. By providing a reliable and flexible storage solution, it will help balance supply and demand, integrating more renewable energy into the grid and reducing reliance on fossil fuels

Enhancing Grid Reliability and Affordability

In addition to its environmental benefits, the Gara BESS has the potential to play a crucial role in securing reliable and affordable power for New South Wales. By connecting directly to the existing 3300kV network infrastructure, it can provide critical grid services, such as frequency regulation and peak load management, contributing to a stable and efficient electricity supply.  

This infrastructure will help mitigate the impacts of power fluctuations and outages, aiming to deliver a more dependable energy system for households and businesses alike. Additionally, by utilizing existing transmission lines, we can minimize construction impacts and reduce the need for new infrastructure development

Development Timeline

1. Land Signed: The land for the Gara BESS was secured in 2023

2. Development Application: The development application was submitted in [2024 and is currently under assessment.

3. Connection Agreement: The connection agreement with the existing 3300kV network infrastructure is expected to be finalised by Q3’25 ensuring seamless integration with the energy grid.

4. Construction Start: Construction of the Gara BESS is expected to commence in [Q3’25], with a planned completion timeline to meet operational deadlines.

5. Energisation: The Gara BESS is expected to be energised by Q4’27, at which point it will begin providing critical energy storage services to New South Wales.

Find Out More

For more information about the Gara Battery Energy Storage System and its impact on the local community, please visit www.garabess.com.au/ or reach out to our community engagement team at info@garabess.com.au .  

We are committed to keeping stakeholders informed and involved throughout the development and operation of this vital energy infrastructure project.