Vena Energy has commenced construction of a 408 Megawatt-hour (MWh) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Tailem Bend, South Australia, marking a significant expansion of the company's operations in the region. The renewable energy arm of Vena Group and major green energy solutions provider across the Asia-Pacific region broke ground on the project, which is scheduled for commissioning in 2027.

Project Scale and Significance

The Tailem Bend 3 BESS will become one of the largest battery storage projects in South Australia, supporting the state's transition to renewable energy and its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The BESS will enhance grid stability by storing excess generation and dispatching power during periods of high demand, improving system reliability and contributing to a more resilient and sustainable energy system.

Owen Sela, Head of Australia at Vena Energy, stated that the 408 MWh Tailem Bend 3 BESS will be Vena Energy's third energy storage project in Australia, underscoring the Group's continued expansion of grid-supporting storage across the region. “The Tailem Bend 3 BESS represents a significant milestone in Vena Energy's growth strategy and a major expansion of our energy storage capabilities,” he said.

Tailem Bend Energy Precinct Development

This development marks the third phase of Vena Energy's broader Tailem Bend energy precinct. The project follows the successful delivery of the 127 MWdc Tailem Bend Solar Project in 2019 and the Tailem Bend 2 Hybrid Project, which added 118 MWdc of solar capacity in 2023 and a 41.5 MWh battery in 2024. The Tailem Bend 3 BESS will sit adjacent to the existing Tailem Bend Hybrid Project BESS.

Sela emphasized that this 408 MWh system adds substantial storage capacity that will support South Australia's world-leading renewable energy adoption, while aligning with the company's commitment to developing utility-scale renewable energy and storage assets that contribute to Australia's clean energy transition.

Economic and Community Impact

Construction of the Tailem Bend 3 BESS will create new job opportunities, with Vena Energy committed to maximising local employment and training pathways for residents and First Nations communities. The project will also contribute to economic growth in the Tailem Bend region and surrounding areas through procurement of local goods and services.

Sela noted that the company has built strong relationships with the Tailem Bend community through previous projects, focusing on local partnerships and employment opportunities. “Working closely with community stakeholders has been essential to our approach, and we will continue this collaboration as we progress the project,” Owen said.

Company Portfolio and Operations

Vena Energy operates as a leading green energy solutions provider in the Asia-Pacific region, accelerating the transition to sustainable and affordable renewable energy that delivers lasting environmental, social, and economic benefits to host communities and stakeholders. The company provides green energy solutions through a renewable power portfolio of 38GW across Onshore Wind, Solar, and Offshore Wind projects as of December 31, 2024.

The company maintains a green energy infrastructure pipeline, including 25GWh of BESS, 0.2GWh of BESS OCC portfolio, and 848 KTPA of Green Hydrogen and Ammonia. With over 1,000 employees across 80 corporate and site offices globally, Vena Energy is committed to advancing the adoption of low-carbon energy, contributing to global climate goals, and engineering a greener future.

Vena Energy operates under Vena Global Group Pte Ltd, described as a leading green solutions provider driving the energy and digital infrastructure transition across the Asia-Pacific region. Through its renewable energy and digital infrastructure arms, Vena Group delivers integrated, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that enable the region's transition to a low-carbon, AI-driven future.

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