Global renewable power producer BrightNight has received development approval from the Victorian government for its Mortlake Energy Hub, set to become the largest integrated hybrid renewable energy project in the state.
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Spanning 1,060ha in Mortlake, the $700 million BrightNight project features 360MW of solar generation capacity and a 300MW Battery Energy Storage System. Once operational, it will generate enough dispatchable renewable energy to power nearly 140,000 homes, contributing over 1% of Victoria’s total electricity consumption.
The Mortlake Energy Hub—approved under the State’s Development Facilitation Program (DFP), an initiative designed to fast-track projects supporting Victoria’s economic growth and climate goals—will play a crucial role in helping the state meet its renewable energy targets of 65% by 2030 and 95% by 2035. Further, it will create over 300 local jobs during both construction and operations.
“As Victoria’s largest hybrid renewable energy project, the Mortlake Hub will set a new benchmark and significantly contribute to Australia’s transition to a low-carbon future,” BrightNight APAC CEO Jerome Ortiz said.
Currently, renewable energy accounts for just under 40% of Victoria’s electricity supply. With only four renewable projects completed in 2023, the Mortlake Energy Hub is a critical investment in driving long-term clean energy and sustainable development goals.
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BrightNight has made community engagement a central part of its project development process, working closely with local stakeholders to ensure the Mortlake Energy Hub aligns with community needs and fosters sustainable partnerships.
