Today marks the start of construction on CleanCo’s battery — one of Queensland’s biggest batteries — at its site in Swanbank.

The $330 million battery project will be delivered in partnership with Tesla and Yurika and is set to be a pivotal component for the Swanbank Clean Energy Hub and Queensland’s clean energy future.

The Swanbank Battery will be constructed on the site of the former Swanbank B coal-fired power station.

With a capacity of 250MW/500MWh, the battery can store enough energy to power more than two-thirds of Ipswich for two hours each night when demand rises as the sun sets.

CleanCo’s first battery storage project will create approximately 60 jobs during construction, and up to 10 full-time jobs when it’s fully operational.

CleanCo CEO Tom Metcalfe said: “The Swanbank Battery will add significant capacity for CleanCo to supply our customers with competitively priced, reliable clean energy around the clock.

“CleanCo has consulted extensively with the local community to develop a master plan for the Swanbank Clean Energy Hub, ensuring it is not only South East Queensland’s flagship energy precinct but that it reflects the values and needs of the local community as well.”

With the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) set to arrive later this year, CleanCo plans to have the site energised by mid-2025, adding significant storage capacity to Queensland’s electricity network.

This is just one of many renewable energy projects being delivered as part of the state government’s big energy build — The Big Build.

All funding for this project has been provided by the Queensland Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Jobs Fund.

The battery system is designed for 24/7 operation, with remote capabilities, ensuring a consistent and controllable clean energy supply.