Construction has begun on a hybrid solar, battery and gas power station that will cut emissions while supporting Arrow Energy’s Surat Gas Project North.
The facility will combine a 17MWp solar farm, 8.4MVA/16MWh battery energy storage system and 33.75MVA gas-fired power station.
At peak output, the solar and battery component is expected to reduce annual fuel gas consumption by around 385,000 gigajoules and cut GHG emissions by about 21,000 tonnes of CO₂‑e per year.
“By integrating solar generation and battery storage with gas-powered electricity, we will strengthen our operational resilience while improving our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions footprint as we produce essential energy for Queensland and beyond,” said Arrow Energy CEO XinMiao Tong.
Construction will be delivered in two stages. The thermal power station and battery system are planned to be operational by mid-2027, followed by the solar farm by the end of 2027.
Once fully operational, the power station is expected to supply up to 186GWh of electricity each year, with approximately 20 per cent generated from solar.
Global energy solutions provider Aggreko will develop, own and operate the facility under a 20‑year agreement with Arrow Energy.
“Our long-term agreement with Arrow Energy underscores Aggreko’s commitment to being a reliable partner in delivering innovative, lower-emissions energy solutions. We look forward to supporting local job creation during construction and playing a role in the continued growth of the Surat Basin,” said Aggreko APAC Managing Director George Whyte.
