Moranbah QLD

Moranbah Solar Farm

The Moranbah Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is a renewable energy project located in Queensland, Australia. The project aims to contribute significantly to the region’s clean energy supply. It is currently at a later stage of development, with construction aimed to commence by mid 2026 and start operating by first quarter of 2028.

Key Features:
Capacity: The project is designed to have a 200 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) array, complemented by a 50 MW / 100 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS).
Location: The project is located within the Isaac Regional Council area in the township of Coppabella, approximately 50km east of Moranbah, 200km from Port of Mackay, and 790km northwest of Brisbane.
Grid Connection: The project is planned to connect to the 132kV Broadlea substation, owned by Ergon Energy. This connection will facilitate the efficient transmission of generated and stored energy to the grid.

Current Status & Timeline:
The Moranbah Solar Farm has received Development Approval in December 2024, and Connection Application has been submitted and currently being reviewed by Ergon Energy and AEMO. Construction is expected to begin in mid 2026 and to start operating by first quarter of 2028. The project is poised to be a significant addition to Australia’s renewable energy landscape, supporting the transition to a cleaner and more reliable energy future.