Overview
Key Project
Details
Status
under-development
Location
Compton, South Australia
Technology: BESS
500
MWh
Energy production
125
MW
Operational Capacity
Project Approvals
The relevant assessments required as part of a Development Approval application for the proposed project are currently underway, including the following key focus areas:
- Photomontage, elevation drawings, site plan and landscape plan
- Stormwater assessment
- Environmental noise assessment
- Preliminary fire risk assessment
- Environmental assessment
Potentia Energy intends to lodge a Development Approval application with the South Australian Government in due course.
Project Timeline
Late 2024
Target Development Approval application lodgement
Target for lodgement of the Development Approval application with the South Australian Government.
Late 2026
Targeted commencement of construction
Subject to obtaining the necessary approvals, targeted commencement of construction at the Blanche BESS Project site.
Early 2028
Targeted completion of the construction
Subject to obtaining the necessary approvals, targeted completion of the construction phase for the Blanche BESS project.
Community Survey
As part of our approach to community engagement for the project, we are seeking feedback from the community, to better understand local values and priorities and inform planning for potential initiatives to be undertaken within the local area close to the Blanche BESS Project site. The survey results will inform local community benefit sharing initiatives, where feasible and aligned with the company values, policies and capabilities. We appreciate local community members time to contribute to the survey. If you would like to discuss your feedback in further details, please contact us.