The Mornington BESS is a $330 million standalone 240MW/480 MWh facility to be built in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, a region popular with tourists and therefore experiencing significant fluctuations in electricity demand throughout the year. As a result of Daniel Moroko from Rok Solid securing the land for this project, GMR could proceed with securing development and connection approvals to commence the project.

In partnership with AusNet, GMR Energy has initiated early works, including the procurement of long-lead items for the project. AusNet will build the transmission infrastructure required for the Mornington project, which is adjacent to AusNet’s Tyabb substation. Despite facing supply chain disruptions, GMR Energy is in final negotiations with an engineering, procurement, and construction contractor for the project.

Once completed by the end of 2024, the Mornington BESS aims to power an equivalent of 40,000 homes and contribute to Victoria’s renewable energy goals. GMR Energy, backed by Gaw Capital Partners, is committed to completing its portfolio of six battery projects, totalling 1.3 GW, to support Australia’s transition to renewables.