Construction of the Australian Energy Storage Industrial Park Project

Will CIP build a large-scale energy storage project in Australia?

“We are pleased to start construction on CIP’s first large-scale energy storage project in Australia, which will be one of the largest in South Australia. CIP has a strong track record of developing, owning and operating renewable projects globally, and CIP is delighted to bring this expertise to Australia,” CIP head of Australia Jørn Hammer said.

Why did South Australia invest in the Summerfield battery project?

The development follows a financial investment decision made in September 2024. The Summerfield battery project, located close to existing transmission infrastructure, will address South Australia’s increasing demand for energy storage. 1.

How will Summerfield power plant help South Australia?

The facility will play an important role in addressing South Australia’s rapidly growing need for energy storage capacity, enabling the decarbonisation of South Australia’s power grid while maintaining reliability. Summerfield has entered into a 10-year offtake agreement with Origin Energy – a major Australian electricity generator and retailer.

What is CIP's first battery energy storage system in Australia?

This represents a doubling of the project’s planned duration from November 2023, when it was announced as CIP’s first battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Australia, at 240MW/480MWh.

What is South Australia's 250MW / 500mwh battery energy storage project?

The 250MW / 500MWh battery energy storage development, located in South Australia’s southeast, is part of a broader initiative to strengthen the region’s renewable energy capacity.

What is the Summerfield battery energy storage project?

The Summerfield battery energy storage project has signed a ten-year offtake agreement with Origin Energy. The battery storage facility supports South Australia’s goal of 100% net renewable energy by 2027. Credit: r.classen/Shutterstock.