Wooreen Energy Storage System: A Landmark for Victoria’s Clean Energy Future

Construction has begun on the 350MW Wooreen Energy Storage System (WESS), set to be one of Australia’s largest battery projects. With a $700M investment, including Federal Government support, the project will power 230,000 homes for four hours and provide vital grid stability.

🔹 Location: Hazelwood North, Latrobe Valley – near Jeeralang power station

🔹 Jobs: 80 construction jobs, supporting Gippsland’s economy

🔹 Completion: Expected by 2027

🔹 Community Investment: $1M for grants, First Nations training & CFA support

✅ 12 big batteries operational, 13 more under construction

✅ Targeting 2GW of energy storage by 2030

✅ Supporting transition ahead of Yallourn’s 2028 closure

⚡ Battery Equipment: Supplied by Wärtsilä Energy

⚡ Construction Partner: Zenviron

⚡ Government Support: Federal & Victorian backing for clean energy jobs

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