Neoen, a global leader in renewable energy, has officially commenced operations at its second large-scale battery project in South Australia. The newly launched Blyth Battery boasts a capacity of 238.5 megawatts (MW) / 477 megawatt-hours (MWh), making it the largest battery installation in the state to date.
In a recent statement, Neoen emphasized that the Blyth Battery will play a key role in stabilizing the grid and supporting its first-ever renewable energy baseload contract. The battery will help firm wind energy output from Neoen’s Goyder South Stage 1 wind farm, supplying consistent power to BHP’s Olympic Dam, one of the world’s most significant mining operations, also located in South Australia.
When combined with Neoen’s earlier Hornsdale Power Reserve (150 MW / 193.5 MWh), the company now delivers almost 50% of the total battery energy storage capacity in South Australia—highlighting its crucial contribution to the state’s renewable energy goals and grid reliability.
Neoen continues to establish itself as a key player in Australia’s clean energy transition, enhancing energy security while paving the way for a more sustainable and decarbonized future.
Neoen is a French renewable energy company founded in 2008 and headquartered in Paris. As of December 2024, it operates or is constructing 8.9 GW of capacity across solar, wind, and battery storage projects, with a target of surpassing 10 GW by 2025. The company’s operations span 14 countries, with significant presence in Australia, Europe, and the Americas. Notable projects include the Cestas solar plant in France, the Mutkalampi wind farm in Finland, and the Collie Battery in Australia. Neoen is committed to producing competitive, green, and local energy, contributing actively to the global energy transition.
