Australia, Projects, Renewables, Solar, Storage

Cammeray battery brings cheaper energy to locals

A new community battery in Cammeray, New South Wales, has been unveiled and is set to deliver cleaner and more affordable energy to local households.

The initiative, part of the Albanese Government’s Community Batteries for Household Solar program, will help around 350 residents save an average of $200 annually on energy bills.

The 200kW / 284kWh battery, built and owned by Ausgrid, will store excess rooftop solar energy generated during the day and redistribute it to the network during peak periods.

This approach reduces the need for costly upgrades to traditional electricity infrastructure, potentially lowering network tariffs for all consumers.

Designed to benefit a wide range of households, including renters, apartment dwellers, and social housing residents, the Cammeray community battery ensures equitable access to renewable energy savings.

“Our Reliable Renewables Plan is bringing cleaner, cheaper and reliable renewable energy to communities across the country, including right here in North Sydney,” Chris Bowen, Minister for Climate Change and Energy said.

“The rain doesn’t always fall, but we always have water on tap because we store it for when we need it – batteries like the one in will do the same thing with reliable and affordable renewable energy.”

“Since coming to Government, we have brought online new electricity that is the equivalent of more than three entire Snowy Hydro schemes while delivering immediate cost of living relief.”

The program is supported by advice from the CSIRO and the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), emphasising that renewables like solar and wind, combined with energy storage systems, offer the lowest-cost solution for a reliable energy grid.

“This battery represents Labor’s commitment to a renewable energy revolution that cuts bills, eases cost-of-living pressures and strengthens our energy independence to secure Australia’s future,” Senator for New South Wales Tony Sheldon said.

“Unlike pie-in-the-sky nuclear schemes, this battery delivers real benefits now.”

Locals can sign up for Ausgrid’s Energy Storage as a Service (ESaaS) to take advantage of the system’s benefits.

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