Jabiru, a remote township in Australia nestled among the wetlands of Kakadu National Park, has reached a major milestone with at least 50 per cent of its electricity now sourced from clean energy.
This shift will be powered by EDL’s Hybrid Renewable Power Station. The integrated system is one of several projects where EDL has joined forces with industry and government to help accelerate Australia’s clean energy ambitions.
At the heart of the hybrid system is a 3.9 megawatt (MW) solar farm featuring more than 7,000 bifacial panels, supported by a 3 MW / 5 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system and 4.5 MW of diesel generation for backup.
Solar energy captured during the day is stored and dispatched through the advanced battery, with diesel only used when necessary to maintain reliability. The station has delivered more than 13,000 hours of 100 per cent renewable operation
In a region historically challenged by remoteness and energy isolation, this is a significant achievement.
Residents have also welcomed noticeable improvements in power reliability since the facility went live.
Before the hybrid station, Jabiru was fully reliant on diesel generation, facing high fuel costs, transport complexities and substantial emissions. The new system cuts diesel consumption by around 1.7 million litres each year, abating approximately 4,500 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. This is equivalent to removing 1,600 cars from Australian roads.
Beyond reducing emissions, the project demonstrates what is possible when hybrid design and renewable technologies are tailored for remote environments. It showcases a replicable pathway for other off-grid communities seeking to balance sustainability with security of supply.
The Jabiru Hybrid Renewable Power Station aligns with the Northern Territory Government’s target of achieving 50 per cent renewable energy by 2030, supporting long-term economic development as the township evolves into a vibrant tourism and services hub.
A live dashboard tracks real-time renewable energy penetration and 24-hour averages within the microgrid. To see the live dashboard, visit the EDL website.