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GSES has worked on projects across design, training, and consultancy, both in Australia and across the world. This has given GSES a comprehensive view of the market and experience in many environments with varying needs.

2.5 MW PV and Battery Microgrid

Project Details

Service: Design

Date: 2020

Location: Kyneton, VIC

Installation Type: Ground-mount, combination of fixed-tilt N-S and fixed E-W mounting

Array Capacity: 2494 kWp total. N-S: 1491.9 kWp, E-W: 1003.2 kWp

AC Capacity: 2160 kVA total. 1296.0 kVA (N-S system), 864 kVA (E-W system)

Battery Capacity: 2000 kW/2000 kWh containerised battery bank

What made this project interesting?

The project consists of two separate PV systems and connections, with each using different mounting methods. The systems were installed in separate stages, over a period of two years. Each stage was connected to a HV network purpose-built for the system. The 2MW/2MWh battery on site allows the system to operate as a microgrid if required and participates in FCAS and other network stability markets.

Key Learnings

The key learning from this project was how to manage a megawatt-scale PV system installed in multiple stages over a long timeframe and integrate a large battery.

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