French renewable energy giant Neoen has begun construction on its 200 MW/400 MWh Western Downs Battery in Queensland, next to the developer's 460 MWp Western Downs solar farm. The Western Downs Battery is Neoen's fourth big battery in Australia and brings its storage portfolio to 776 MW/1,279 MWh in operation or under construction.| pv magazine Australia
Solar and battery installers, retailers and suppliers have been put on notice by the consumer watchdog as new data shows Australians are investing in solar and home batteries at an unprecedented rate, bolstered by federal and state government incentives.| pv magazine Australia