Wind & Solar Surge, Coal Slips, and Batteries Break Records in August

August 2025 delivered a clear signal of Australia’s energy transition: renewables surged, coal slipped, and batteries smashed records across multiple states.

Renewable Momentum

• 🌞 20% Higher Output – Wind and solar up sharply compared to winter 2024.

• 🌏 Victoria Leads – 28% rise in renewable generation over last winter.

• 🔻 Coal Down – Use continues to shrink but fluctuates with demand growth.

• 📈 Consumption Rising – Energy demand was 3.4% higher than winter 2024.

Record-Breaking Batteries

• ⚡ WA Takes the Lead – Over 67 GWh battery output in August, 23% above the previous record. Collie Stage 2 (341 MW/1363 MWh) powered WA to new highs.

• 🔋 Queensland Charging Peak – On 20 Aug, batteries absorbed 2164 MWh, easing solar curtailment.

• 🔥 NSW Discharge Record – On 25 Aug, NSW batteries discharged 2904 MWh, led by Waratah Super Battery with 2169 MWh alone.

New Projects Moving Ahead

• 🟢 Bulabul Battery (NSW) – 300 MW/600 MWh Stage 1 underway, with First Nations equity partnership.

• 🔋 Merredin Battery (WA) – 100 MW/400 MWh project under construction, completion due 2026.

• ⚡ Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub (VIC) – First stage live at 600 MW/1600 MWh, soon to become Victoria’s largest battery system.

Why It Matters

• More clean energy reduces reliance on coal and gas.

• Batteries are proving essential for balancing demand, storage, and curtailment.

• States are racing to host the largest storage hubs in Australia.

Powering Progress with EServices4U

Just as Australia shifts from coal to renewables, EServices4U helps businesses and households transition smarter:

• 🔹 Energy Bill Audits & Procurement – Cut costs and optimise contracts.

• 🔹 Renewable Energy Solutions – Solar and wind advisory for cleaner choices.

• 🔹 Battery & Storage Guidance – Tailored strategies to maximise savings.

• 🔹 Energy Efficiency Consulting – Smarter use of every kilowatt.

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