Electricity gentailer Flow Power has completed construction and commissioning of three new solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in South Australia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth across the National Electricity Market (NEM).
The projects, located in Monarto, Naracoorte and Coonawarra, each combine a 6-7MW solar farm with a 15MWh BESS, adding to renewable energy supply and supporting grid reliability. The projects are connected to existing 33kV SA Power Networks infrastructure, strengthening South Australia’s energy network.
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The projects will add to Flow Power’s portfolio of South Australian renewable energy projects and offtakes, now totalling 85.3MW of wind, solar and hybrid assets.
“Adding these new projects to our rapidly growing portfolio in South Australia is an exciting milestone for Flow Power,” Flow Power chief operating officer Byron Serjeantson said.
“We’re proud to continue delivering great renewable energy projects, together with customer solutions that drive the renewable energy transition. Adding to that are some fantastic community benefit initiatives and one of the first projects in the NEM to use Australian-made steel.”
Flow Power developed and will operate all three projects, delivering long-term regional investment and community benefits throughout the projects’ expected 30-year lifespan. Community benefit sharing initiatives have been developed in consultation with local communities and stakeholders, with a focus on First Nations partnerships, environmental restoration and endangered species support, and local sport and tourism infrastructure enhancements.
Additionally, Flow Power is launching bespoke energy retail offers for residents in Naracoorte and Coonawarra, creating a full cycle renewable energy offer, from generation to usage.
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Residents in these communities will receive a discount to their base rate and can virtually link their electricity usage to a real project in their own region. This community-based approach helps customers support local renewable investment and makes it easier for businesses and households to benefit from Australia’s renewable transition.
