| Company | Origin Energy |
| Location | Eraring, NSW |
| Timeline | 2024 |
| Project Overview | The Eraring Power Station Transition Project represents a pivotal step in Australia's shift from coal-fired power to renewable energy. To ensure seamless energy integration, Insulect supplied equipment, services and ongoing support. |
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The Eraring Power Station Transition Project represents a pivotal step in Australia's shift from coal-fired power to renewable energy. Originally slated for shutdown in 2025, this has now been postponed until 2027, with a permanent closure expected in 2029. The plant's operational life has been extended due to the current shortfall in renewable energy capacity required to fully replace its coal-fired generation. This extension underscores the critical need for a phased transition to ensure energy security and grid stability.
As part of this transition, the power station is constructing a large-scale battery storage system adjacent to the facility. This initiative is designed to support the gradual integration of renewable energy sources while maintaining grid reliability during the shift away from coal. The Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor, Enerven, were tasked with delivering this critical infrastructure.
To ensure seamless energy integration, Insulect's Qualitrol monitoring device, the Qualitrol IDM+, was selected to regulate and optimise the power injected from the new battery system, ensuring it meets stringent voltage, current, and stability requirements. The use of the Qualitrol iQ+ Master Statin and the FCAS Autopoll software supports this. The system was commissioned by the Insulect team and is supported by Insulect ongoing with calibration services every five years and monthly health checks.
The Eraring Power Station Transition Project represents a pivotal step in Australia's shift from coal-fired power to renewable energy. Originally slated for shutdown in 2025, this has now been postponed until 2027, with a permanent closure expected in 2029. The plant's operational life has been extended due to the current shortfall in renewable energy capacity required to fully replace its coal-fired generation. This extension underscores the critical need for a phased transition to ensure energy security and grid stability.
As part of this transition, the power station is constructing a large-scale battery storage system adjacent to the facility. This initiative is designed to support the gradual integration of renewable energy sources while maintaining grid reliability during the shift away from coal. The Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor, Enerven, were tasked with delivering this critical infrastructure.
To ensure seamless energy integration, Insulect's Qualitrol monitoring device, the Qualitrol IDM+, was selected to regulate and optimise the power injected from the new battery system, ensuring it meets stringent voltage, current, and stability requirements. The use of the Qualitrol iQ+ Master Statin and the FCAS Autopoll software supports this. The system was commissioned by the Insulect team and is supported by Insulect ongoing with calibration services every five years and monthly health checks.