SCEE Electrical to complete further $50m works for Collie battery grid

SCEE Electrical has been chosen to carry out a further $50 million worth of work on Synergy’s Collie battery grid. The contract will see a 330kV switchyard and substation built as well as supporting ancillary buildings and equipment to connect the Collie battery to Western Power’s network. The fresh contract comes after the Perth-based company was selected for the initial $160 million contract for the project in May. SCEE Electrical will oversee the installation of the 500MW/2000MWh project which is set to be managed by Synergy. A total of 640 battery container units and 160 inverters will be installed and connected through 220km of high-voltage cabling. Acting Energy Minister Tony Buti said the contract announcement would let the project take its next step forward. “The Cook Government is committed to building one of the biggest battery systems in the world and it’s great news that a Perth-based company is playing a leading role to bring this project to fruition,” Dr Buti said. “Congratulations to SCEE Electrical for being awarded this contract that will deliver more jobs for Western Australians as well as support the local economy. “The Collie battery is crucial to WA’s sustainable energy future and it will play a major role in providing better energy outcomes for households and businesses.” On its completion – slated for late 2025 – the battery system will be one of the biggest in the world, according to the State Government. Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns said the project would play an important role in Collie’s energy transition. “Collie will be home to one of the largest battery storage systems in the world once this project is complete,” she said. “It means Collie will continue to play a vital role in the energy system for decades to come, having powered WA for over a century. “As we move to renewable energy and battery storage, this project adds to the legacy of a community who is committed to playing its role in the future energy needs of the State.”