Project

Muchea Battery

PROJECT STATUS
Detailed Planning
Muchea Battery

The Muchea Battery is a planned 150-megawatt / 615-megawatt hour battery located in Muchea, Western Australia near the Muchea Substation. 

The project is proposed by Neoen.

Financing

The project was a successful applicant for the Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS) Tender Round Two – Wholesale Electricity Market Dispatchable. The Federal Government will provide revenue underwriting for successful projects through Capacity Investment Scheme Agreements.

Procurement

Procuring Agency: Neoen Australia

PROJECT HISTORY

Nov 2022 The Muchea Battery received development approval from the WA Regional Joint Development Assessment Panel.
Mar 2025 AEMO Services, on behalf of the Federal Government, announced that the 150-megawatt / 615-megawatt hour Muchea Battery was a successful applicant for the Capacity Investment Scheme Tender Round Two – Wholesale Electricity Market Dispatchable. The Federal Government will provide revenue underwriting for successful projects through Capacity Investment Scheme Agreements.
Sector
Energy
Procurement approach
Market Led Proposal |
Location
Western Australia |
Resources
Project website
Neoen Australia