The Fall of a Giant: Kwinana's Historic Chimney Comes Down as WA Embraces Clean Energy

Oct 6

3 min read

🏭 Goodbye Old, Hello New: What's Happening at Kwinana?

The Kwinana Power Station's iconic chimney stack has been successfully dismantled, marking a pivotal moment in Western Australia's energy transformation. This isn't just about demolition—it's about making room for Australia's renewable energy future.

Kwinana decommissioning: Workers dismantle historic fossil fuel chimney (left) vs modern wind turbine, solar panels, and battery storage WA (right). Visualizing WA energy transition from oil/coal to renewables Australia. eServices4U clean energy solutions for Solar Perth and Kwinana. Visit eServices4U.com.au

⚡ The Kwinana Power Station Story: A Quick Rewind

Built: 1970s

Fuel Used: Oil, coal, and gas

Closed: 2015

Complete Decommissioning: Expected by 2027

For decades, this power station was a workhorse for WA's electricity grid. But as Australia pivots toward sustainable energy solutions, the old fossil fuel infrastructure is making way for cutting-edge battery storage and gas turbines.

🔧 How They're Taking It Down (The Smart Way)

Forget dramatic explosions! Synergy chose a safer, smarter approach:

✔️ Mast Climber Platform Technology – Think of it as reverse construction

✔️ Layer-by-Layer Deconstruction – Started in March, now complete

✔️ Zero Risk to Nearby Infrastructure – Precision over spectacle

✔️ Minimal Environmental Disruption – Clean decommissioning practices

This method protects surrounding communities and infrastructure—a blueprint for future decommissioning projects across Australia.

🔋 What's Replacing the Old Power Station?

The Kwinana site isn't being abandoned—it's being reimagined:

🌟 3 Modern Gas Turbines – Cleaner backup power

🌟 2 Massive Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

🌟 Combined Capacity: 300+ MW and 1,100+ MWh

Translation? That's enough renewable energy storage to power tens of thousands of homes during peak demand—no coal required.

🌏 Why This Matters for Australia's Energy Future

The Big Picture: WA Leading the Charge

Western Australia is rapidly transitioning to renewables, with ambitious targets:

📊 82% renewable energy by 2030 (WA Government goal)

📊 Grid-scale battery projects booming across Perth and regional areas

📊 Coal and oil plants shutting down as solar and wind farms expand

The Kwinana decommissioning symbolizes this shift—out with fossil fuels, in with clean, reliable energy storage.

💡 What Does This Mean for Homeowners and Businesses?

If a 50-year-old power station can transition to clean energy, so can you! Here's how:

For Homeowners:

✅ Solar panel installations – Slash electricity bills

✅ Home battery storage – Store solar energy for nighttime use

✅ Energy efficiency audits – Reduce waste, save money

For Businesses:

✅ Commercial solar solutions – Lower operating costs

✅ Energy consultancy services – Optimize energy usage

✅ Renewable energy integration – Future-proof your operations

🔍 Did You Know? More Energy Transition Facts

🔹 Australia has the highest rooftop solar uptake per capita globally

🔹 Battery storage is the fastest-growing energy sector in WA

🔹 Decommissioning old power plants creates new green jobs

🔹 Energy transition could save Australian households $414/year by 2030 (Climate Council

Ready to Join WA's Clean Energy Revolution?

Kurt Baker, Synergy CEO, summed it up perfectly:"Kwinana reflects the broader energy transition. This careful deconstruction ensures no impact to the surrounding area while we move toward a cleaner energy future."

You don't need to wait for 2027—start YOUR energy transition today!