# Battery energy storage development in Australia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/battery-energy-storage-development-in-australia
> Updated: 2026-09-07T05:32:05.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Samsung C&T Renewable Energy Australia has obtained formal grid connection clearance for the Mangoplah battery energy storage project in New South Wales. The 100 MW / 400 MWh facility, located near Wagga Wagga, received confirmation from the Australian Energy Market Operator that it meets technical requirements for the National Electricity Market.

The project is located on a 10.5-hectare site and will connect to the 132 kV electricity transmission network to provide system strength services and improve supply security during the renewable energy transition. Construction is expected to begin in 2027, with commercial operations projected for 2028 or 2029.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Samsung secures grid connection for 400 MWh battery project in Australia

Samsung has secured grid connection clearance for a 400 MWh battery energy storage project near Wagga Wagga, Australia, with construction expected to begin in 2027.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/samsung-secures-grid-connection-for-400-mwh-battery-project-in-australia

### 2026-08-25: Field secures planning approval for 3.6GWh battery storage project in Scotland

Field has received planning approval for its 200MW/3.6GWh Rigifa battery energy storage project in Scotland, a major part of the UK’s long-duration energy storage scheme.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/field-secures-planning-approval-for-36gwh-battery-storage-project-in-scotland

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