Australia s large energy storage cabinet cooperation model

What does the large-scale storage Directorate do?

The Large-scale Storage Directorate looks at issues relating to project development and operation; policies to support continued development of new and existing technologies; and the investment and technical challenges that surround integrating storage technologies into Australian energy markets.

What does the Energy Security Corporation say about storage?

In relation to storage, the announcement says: “The Energy Security Corporation will make investments in storage projects, addressing gaps in the current market, and improving the reliability of our electricity network as we transition to renewables.

How can long-duration energy storage benefit Australia?

Seasonal balancing during low-supply periods. By embedding long-duration energy storage into the heart of the grid, Australia can move from variable renewable supply to 24/7 renewable energy on which communities and industries can rely across days, weeks, and seasons. Long-duration energy storage brings clean power closer to the end user.

How can Australia help energy storage grow?

There remains substantial work to be done to modernise Australia’s energy rules to unlock the true potential of energy storage and allow it to fully participate in the market and bring the benefits of the technology to both the grid and consumers more broadly. Here are three ways we're helping storage grow in Australia.