As part of the Big Canberra Battery project, the ACT Government is delivering battery storage systems including a 100 kW behind-the-meter battery at Mount Stromlo High School.

Supporting the Territory’s transition to a net zero emissions and an electrified city, the battery will store excess solar energy generated onsite to help power the school in the evenings and overnight.  This will positively impact the school’s electricity bills and ease pressure on the electricity grid.

The ACT Government has already delivered nine behind-the-meter batteries at government sites across Canberra, including this one at Mount Stromlo High School, and a 75 kW behind-the-meter battery at the ACT Government campus on Canberra Avenue. AGL Energy Solutions was contracted to deliver both batteries.

Learn more about how we’re building a smarter energy system: www.climatechoices.act.gov.au/policy-programs/big-canberra-battery.

Quotes attributable to ACT Chief Minister, Andrew Barr

“Battery storage is a key part of our energy transition. As we electrify our city, we need smart, reliable infrastructure to support growing demand from increased rooftop solar, electric vehicles, all-electric homes, and emerging technologies like vehicle-to-grid energy sharing.

“As a key part of the ACT’s energy transition, the Big Canberra Battery project is also creating local jobs in the growing renewable energy sector and generating revenue for the Territory.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water, Suzanne Orr

“This new battery is part of a growing network of energy storage being delivered across the ACT to help stabilise the grid, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and ensure Canberrans continue to enjoy a secure, reliable and affordable 100% renewable electricity supply.

“Behind-the-meter batteries are energy storage systems installed on the customer’s side of the electricity meter. The batteries installed as part of the Big Canberra Battery project are similar to what Canberrans may have already installed at home, but on a much larger scale. The Mt Stromlo High School battery, at 100 kW, is the size of a shipping container.

“This is about future-proofing our electricity system while delivering real benefits to the community. Through this network of batteries we’re lowering energy costs, cutting emissions, and helping to build a more sustainable and resilient city.

Quote attributed to Minister for Education and Early Childhood, Yvette Berry

“Students across Canberra understand the importance of taking action on climate change, and I know from speaking to students and staff here at Mount Stromlo that they are pleased to be a part of the Big Canberra Battery project.

“Money saved on power bills by the installation of these batteries will also be able to be reinvested back into teaching and learning here at the school.”

Quote attributed to AGL Energy Solutions

“AGL is proud to support the ACT Government in its decarbonisation efforts, through the installation of a battery at Mount Stromlo High School. This forms part of our partnership with the ACT government on the Big Canberra Battery initiative, where we are installing three battery sites in Canberra, with this Mt Stromlo High School site featuring a 280kWh, 100kW battery integrated with solar energy solutions.

Partnerships like this demonstrate how AGL can work with government and industry to deliver practical outcomes that advance the energy transition and create sustainable and effective outcomes for customers.’’

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