New community batteries have been switched on in the Illawarra region, offering energy savings to residents across Dapto and Warrawong.
The initiative is part of the Australian Government’s Community Batteries for Household Solar program, funded through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.
The batteries, built and operated by Endeavour Energy, are designed to store excess solar energy during the day and feed it back to the grid during peak demand periods.
According to the Government, both solar and non-solar households can apply to use the batteries through Endeavour Energy’s retail partner, potentially saving up to $400 a year on energy bills.
Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, noted the potential cost-of-living relief the batteries could bring to local residents.
“The Government knows that Aussies are doing it tough, and these new Illawarra community batteries will go some way to help take the sting out of energy bills for locals every year,” Bowen said.
Stephen Jones, Member for Whitlam, described the project as a step towards a more sustainable energy future while recognising the region’s industrial heritage.
“The Illawarra has a long and proud industrial history, and this community battery in Dapto is another chapter in our local story. This investment represents our commitment to the Illawarra’s bright energy future,” Jones said.
Alison Byrnes, Member for Cunningham, highlighted the project’s role in supporting local communities facing rising energy costs.
“These community batteries in Warrawong and Dapto will help lower household power bills and deliver much-needed cost of living relief to people in the Illawarra,” she said.
For residents interested in accessing the benefits of these community batteries, applications can be made through participating electricity retailers.
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