Temora Battery Energy Storage System System
North Harbour Clean Energy recognises the Wiradjuri people as the traditional custodians of the land on which this project is located.
Project Overview
The proposed Temora Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is an 80MW/160MWh stand-alone battery located to the southeast of Temora, NSW. This project will provide a range of electricity and power market services and will play an important role in stabilising the grid during the transition towards clean electricity.
The BESS will have an estimated capacity to power approximately 100,000 homes for 2 hours and will help meet NSW’s future electricity demands. The BESS will provide local benefits during the construction and operation, including the creation of construction jobs and investment in the local economy.
Planning and Environmental Approvals
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure has provided the Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs). We are currently in the planning phase for this project and are actively preparing a comprehensive community engagement plan, completing technical studies and progressing the project design.
This information will be integral to the Environmental Impact Statement which will accompany the formal Development Application to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (Department). The community will have an opportunity to participate in North Harbour Clean Energy’s community engagement process and can also submit feedback directly to the Department.
To view the SEARs for the project, please visit the Department’s Major Projects Portal.
Project Status
Planning Phase
Capacity
80MW
Location
Temora, New South Wales
Site Area
Approximately 3.6 Hectares
Connection
Existing Essential Energy Infrastructure
Estimated Completion
TBC
Site Selection
The site was chosen with a focus on minimising the impacts on the environment and the local community. Key advantages include:
Proximity to the Temora Zone Substation, offering efficient connection to the grid, minimising the need for extensive high voltage cabling.
The size and characteristics of the site provide an opportunity to avoid and minimise environmental impacts via a careful project design.
The site is already highly disturbed, and there is limited vegetation removal required.
Good access to the regional road network.
Temora, New South Wales
Project Timeline
Site Selection
Potential project sites identified and evaluated based on criteria such as proximity to existing electrical infrastructure, environmental impact & land use.
Feasibility
Detailed assessment of technical, economic and environmental viability of the projects – including grid capacity, financial modelling, planning and legal due diligence and risk analysis.
Planning & Approvals
Preparing and submitting regulatory planning applications to relevant authorities. This phase includes comprehensive community consultation, environmental impact assessments and government agency engagement.
Pre-construction
If the project receives regulatory approval, this process includes finalizing the detailed design, preparing management plans, securing contractors and arranging logistics in preparation for the physical commencement of construction.
Construction
Physical building of the project, including site preparation works, installation of equipment and connection to the grid.
Commissioning
After construction, the project undergoes comprehensive testing to verify that all components function safely, reliably, and in compliance before the system becomes operational.
Operation
When the project passes the commissioning stage, it can become operational providing energy storage and discharge as required by the grid. Monitoring and maintenance are ongoing in this stage to ensure efficiency and safety.
Decommissioning
At the end of the project’s operational life, the project will be safely dismantled and the site restored. In this stage project components and equipment are recycled or disposed of in line with environmental and regulatory requirements and the site is restored to pre-development condition.
Community Engagement
North Harbour are very interested in talking to members of the community who have an interest in or would like to provide feedback on the project. We are currently in the process of engaging with relevant local and state government agencies, local residents and community groups to better understand community views and perspectives as we develop the Environmental Impact Statement and progress the project design.
You can provide feedback on the proposed development via an online survey – we appreciate all feedback.
You can also download a copy of the latest Community Information Sheet distributed to the community in May 2026.
Contact us at to learn more, meet with our project team, or join our mailing list for the latest project updates.
Project Resources
Attend our upcoming Community Information Drop-In Sessions
As part of North Harbour’s ongoing communications and community engagement program, we are hosting a series of Community Information Drop-in Sessions about the project. The next session is planned for July. To receive details on the date and location closer to the time, please join the mailing list or get in touch.
Contact Us
If you would like to learn more or meet with members of our project teams, please contact us.
Casey Joshua
Director, Planning and Stakeholder Engagement
Carmel Dowling
Engagement Coordinator
info@northharbourpl.com
+61 2 9137 4142