How much will the Wellington North solar project cost?

Upon completion, the Wellington North solar project is expected to generate approximately 700,000MWh of clean energy a year, which will be sufficient to power 116,000 NSW homes. The proposed solar project, which will have an operational life of 30 years, will involve an estimated investment of A$540m ($405m).

Can solar power save you money in Wellington?

A Wellington household with average energy consumption, using 20% of their generated solar power, would save $564 in the first year of using solar and would take 16.9 years to pay off the system. If they use 80% of their solar power, they would save $1,128 the first year, with a payback period of only 8.5 years.

What is the target capacity of the Wellington Bess?

The target capacity of the Wellington BESS is 500 MW / 1,000 MWh, making it one of the largest battery storage projects in NSW. The Wellington BESS will connect to the adjacent TransGrid Wellington substation, adjacent to the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (Central West Orana REZ).

When will ampyr & shell energy build the Wellington Bess project?

The Wellington BESS project is being jointly developed by AMPYR and Shell Energy. Subject to securing all relevant approvals, authorisations and financing, construction is expected to commence in mid-2023. Once operational, Shell Energy will hold the rights to charge and dispatch energy from the Wellington BESS.

What is the Wellington Bess?

The Wellington BESS will connect to the adjacent TransGrid Wellington substation, adjacent to the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (Central West Orana REZ). It will complement nearby existing renewable energy generation assets as well as the proposed additional generation to be delivered as part of the Central West Orana REZ.