Octopus Australia has achieved a critical development milestone for its Blind Creek solar farm and battery project, securing the necessary grid connection approval known as Generator Performance Standards (GPS).
This marks a significant step forward, allowing the project to enter its final development phase before construction begins in the third quarter of 2025.
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Valued at more than $850m, Blind Creek is the largest project within the National Electricity Market (NEM) to reach this advanced stage.
The project employs cutting-edge DC (direct current)-coupled hybrid technology, integrating solar panels and batteries to store energy generated during the day and dispatch it during peak evening hours.
This strategic approach is designed to optimise electricity delivery to the market while enhancing investor returns.
Situated 32km northeast of Canberra, the Blind Creek facility will feature a 300MW solar farm paired with 243MW/486 megawatt hours (MWh) of battery storage.
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By GlobalDataIt is projected to power up to 120,000 homes and businesses, making a substantial contribution to Australia’s renewable energy landscape.
Following the successful commencement of the Fulham Solar Farm and Battery, Blind Creek represents Octopus Australia’s continued dedication to propelling the country’s shift to renewable energy sources.
The GPS approval, granted by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) and Transgrid, is the culmination of a year-long collaborative effort led by Lumea.
This process involved early engagement with engaging with stakeholders early on and establishing robust technical partnerships with key suppliers, Wärtsilä and SMA Australia.
In a related development, Octopus Energy Generation has expanded its renewable energy footprint to South Korea, with a commitment to fund the creation of up to 20 solar power facilities up to 2027.
These facilities are expected to generate 140MW of renewable electricity annually, furthering Octopus Energy Generation’s renewable initiatives in Asia.
The South Korean investment is channelled through the Sky fund ORI SCSp, which is managed by Octopus Energy Generation.
