Collie bess project Vanuatu

What is the Collie battery energy storage system (cbess) project?

In line with the WA State Government’s decarbonisation strategy to be delivered by 2030, our Collie Battery Energy Storage System (CBESS) Project forms part of Synergy's decarbonisation strategy. Coal-fired power generation is being replaced with renewable energy generation infrastructure and energy storage solutions.

Is synergy planning a 2gwh Collie Bess project in Western Australia?

State government-owned energy company Synergy has received planning approval for 2GWh Collie BESS project in Western Australia.

Who develops Collie battery energy storage system?

Collie battery energy storage system is developed by Synergy, a corporation owned by the Government of Western Australia. The state government is funding the project as part of the state’s accelerated transition to renewables.

How much does a Bess project cost?

Kwinana Battery Stage Two is another one of its BESS projects. The latter is at the moment under construction and is due to be completed in late 2024. Collie BESS on the other hand is set for delivery in 2025 at a cost of roughly $1 billion.

How much did synergy pay for the Collie Bess?

Synergy has awarded SCEE Electrical a $160 million contract for the main works of the Collie BESS, including civil, electrical and major equipment installation works. The WA Government announced that construction had commenced on the project, which is scheduled for completion by the end of 2025.

How do I get to Collie?

Access is via the Restricted Access Vehicle (RAV) network along Collie-Williams Road, Palmer Road and Paul Road through the Collie townsite, and onto Gibbs Road and the Coalfields Highway. Movement of any other material off site to locations beyond Collie would follow the same route west and then via Coalfields Highway.