BNRG Leeson is in the planning stage for a proposed 60MW (AC)/240MWh (4-hour system) battery energy storage system (BESS) project situated in Leongatha, Victoria. Spanning over 4.5 acres, the project aims to enhance energy storage capacity in the region, supporting grid stability and enabling greater integration of renewable energy sources.
60MW (AC)/ 240 MWh
BESS Capacity
4.5 Acres
Land Size
42
BESS Containers
14
Inverters
The site, strategically chosen by BNRG Leeson, is on flat topography able to be well-screened from public view and most neighbouring properties. Its proximity to a high-voltage transmission line allows easy power export with minimal new powerline infrastructure.
Extensive feedback with community has identified a high level of local alignment with the site selection, due largely to its low agricultural quality. The layout has been drafted in consultation with consultants including DEECA and the CFA, and comprises a sizeable managed buffer against the boundaries. BNRG Leeson is developing detailed site plans, considering all physical and environmental factors while engaging with local communities and authorities to ensure the solar farm integrates harmoniously into the region.
Final timing depends on approvals from Council and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DECCA), final design, and availability of materials for construction. Below is what we are working towards:
Completed
Q1 2027
Q1 2026
Q3 2027
This project will bring renewable energy to the region, enhance the local network, create jobs and stimulate the economy. In terms of shared benefits, the project will generate employment, apprenticeships, internships, jobs for minority groups, and procurement opportunities.
We place a strong emphasis on minimizing any adverse impacts on the surrounding environment to meet our sustainable development goals. A thorough agricultural assessment has been conducted to understand the landscape and ensure the solar farm is designed in harmony with the local ecosystem.
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