| Company | Essential Energy |
| Location | Nevertire, NSW |
| Timeline | 2024 |
| Project Overview |
The 105 MW Nevertire Solar Farm powers around 40,000 homes, with Insulect supplying 132kV Disconnectors and Station Post Insulators for reliable high-voltage grid integration. |
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Project Overview
The Nevertire Solar Farm is a 105 MW renewable energy project in regional New South Wales, designed to deliver clean electricity to around 40,000 homes. Connecting a project of this scale to the high‑voltage network required reliable, proven infrastructure capable of supporting long‑term performance and grid stability.
To support the solar farm’s direct connection to the 132 kV network, Insulect supplied critical high‑voltage equipment, helping ensure a safe and dependable interface between generation and the grid.
Challenge
High‑voltage grid connections demand absolute reliability. For Essential Energy, the challenge was to ensure that the solar farm’s connection equipment could withstand operational stresses, meet network standards, and perform consistently over time in a regional outdoor environment.
With the project contributing significant renewable generation to the network, failure or underperformance of key components was not an option. The solution needed to support both immediate commissioning and long‑term operational confidence.
Solution
Insulect supplied 132 kV Disconnectors and Station Post Insulators as part of the project’s high‑voltage infrastructure. These components were selected for their durability, electrical performance, and suitability for outdoor substation environments.
By providing high‑quality, proven equipment aligned with Essential Energy’s requirements, Insulect supported a reliable grid connection while ensuring compliance with applicable network standards.
Benefits
The Insulect solution delivered several important benefits to the project:
- Reliable high‑voltage switching and isolation, supporting safe operation and maintenance
- Long‑term mechanical and electrical performance, reducing lifecycle risk
- Confidence in grid integration, critical for a large‑scale renewable asset
- Support for network stability, as renewable generation is added to the system
The use of robust disconnectors and insulators helped ensure the connection infrastructure would perform as intended over the life of the solar farm.
Results
The Nevertire Solar Farm was successfully connected to the 132 kV network in 2024, helping deliver clean, renewable energy to thousands of homes across New South Wales. Insulect’s supplied equipment contributed to a stable, dependable grid interface and supported Essential Energy’s requirements for safety and performance.
The project highlights Insulect’s capability to support large‑scale renewable developments with reliable high‑voltage solutions that enable secure grid integration and long‑term operational success.