Dederang BESS
Project Status
In Development
Indicative Capacity
400 MWh
Local Government Area
Alpine Shire
Location
Dederang, Victoria
We are in the very early stages of development of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) adjacent to the existing Dederang Terminal Station.
Targeting a nominal installed capacity of 400MWh with an indicative development footprint of approximately 4 ha, the final size of the project will be highly dependent on the environmental constraints of the site (as well as the final selected BESS model).
BESS provide the ability to store energy, so that excess energy produced during periods of low demand or high output (e.g., from existing variable sources of solar in the surrounding region) can be stored for use during periods when there might otherwise be a shortfall in supply. BESS can also provide a range of important services to support the stable operation of electricity grids including frequency regulation and voltage control.
Where possible, BESS are co-located with or near a network connection point (e.g., next to the Dederang Terminal Station), in order to minimise the need for additional connection infrastructure.
Large-scale energy storage (including BESSs) will play an important role in creating a flexible and reliable energy system and supporting the rapid deployment of variable renewable energy sources.
Project Location
Approvals
We are in the very early stages of development, undertaking feasibility studies and constraints analysis to inform what a BESS could look like in this location.
The findings from these studies (as well as engagement with key stakeholders) will inform the indicative design of the project, including its size, layout and any mitigation measures required. This information will be used to inform a planning permit application.
A planning permit from the state Minister for Planning will be required for the project, which is anticipated will have a formal public submission period.
We are committed to engage respectfully with the communities in which we plan and operate projects
Community
We are committed to engage respectfully with the communities in which we plan and operate projects.
Active engagement with stakeholders will be undertaken progressively over the coming months.
We will listen to and use feedback to inform the design and construction of the project, the way we work together and share benefits with the local community, and the ways we consult and keep you informed about the project.
Drop-In Information Sessions
We held drop-in information sessions over Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd of February where interested community members were able to drop in to learn more about the potential project and provide feedback.
We are very thankful to those that made the time to speak to us over the three sessions and we will work through what we learnt before reporting back. If community members were not able to make the drop-in sessions or have any additional feedback they would like to share, please contact us.
Click here for our online feedback form or please email or call us on our details below.
What are the benefits?
The project will provide benefits through a boost to local and regional economy and local businesses and jobs during construction. If you are interested in providing goods and services for the project, please register your interest here.
Mint will also look to develop other ways to share benefits of the project, informed by engagement with stakeholders throughout the development phases of the Project.
On behalf of the host landowners, Mint Renewables has committed to establishing a community fund (of the value of $70,000 per annum) from the commencement of operations. Potential other benefit sharing opportunities that will be explored include (but are not limited to):
scholarships with local educational institutes targeted at local students and STEM or environmental courses;
educational site visits during operations for school groups with an interest in electrical engineering or renewables; and/or
school or university visits by project staff to talk about the project and careers within the renewables industry.
News and Updates
As the project progresses, we will communicate key project updates here and via newsletters. To subscribe to our newsletter distribution list, please click here.
Newsletter - Edition 2 March 2024
Newsletter - Edition 1 November 2023
General BESS FAQs - Version 1.0 2023
Dederang BESS FAQs - February 2024
Get in touch
Feedback and questions are always welcome!
Please get in contact with us via:
1800 HI MINT (446 468)
dederangbattery@mintrenewables.com
complaints@mintrenewables.com
Click here for our online feedback form.
If you are interested in providing goods and services for the project, please register your interest here.
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