BESS
BESS
The BESS will have a capacity of 480 MW with 4-hours (1,920 MWh) of lithium-ion battery storage, which will provide energy storage capacity for current and future energy generators within the AusNet electricity network. The project will also provide greater grid stability to the broader national electricity market (NEM).
The project will be constructed on private land, approximately 5 km northeast of Shepparton City Centre, and will connect directly into the 220kV Shepparton Terminal Substation located west of the project site on an adjacent property.
Construction and operation of the project would involve the following key components:

The Grahamvale BESS proposal will be assessed by the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) under the Development Facilitation Program (DFP). The DFP provides expedited planning pathways and facilitation services for eligible projects that inject investment into the Victorian economy.
Avenis Energy has lodged a Planning Permit Application with DTP, which is currently under assessment.
The application is comprehensive and includes a range of technical assessments prepared by independent specialist consultants, together with detailed planning and development information relating to the proposal.
You can learn more about the process on the Victorian Government’s Department of Planning website.
The Grahamvale BESS will improve energy security by reducing the risk of power outages in the region whilst ensuring firmed power supply to the local network.
During the construction phase an estimated 120-180 workers will be required with a large proportion of these being local contractors and suppliers wherever possible.
The operational phase will create at least 4 ongoing full-time roles for the 50-year lifetime of the BESS.
The BESS represents a positive diversification of the local economy and will bring investment to the area. It will deliver additional indirect economic opportunities to local businesses including local grocery stores, restaurants, cafés, accommodation providers, petrol stations, vehicle servicing, pubs, catering, cleaning companies, tradespersons, tool and equipment suppliers and many other businesses.
Community engagement is an important part of development application and allows us to understand any concerns the community may have. If you are interested in learning more about Grahamvale BESS, we encourage you to email us at: grahamvale@avenisenergy.com.au
grahamvale@avenisenergy.com.au