Capricorn BESS

Overview

Potentia Energy submitted a development application for the proposed Capricorn BESS project to the Rockhampton Regional Council in February 2025. Subject to obtaining the necessary approvals, construction of the proposed project is targeted to commence in the second half of 2026, with operations due to begin in mid 2028. The estimated investment value of the proposed project would be more than $500 million.

Subject to obtaining the necessary approvals, the Capricorn BESS would comprise of shipping containers which are fitted with the battery units and control equipment associated with inverters and power transformers. The layout would be arranged in a grid pattern with enough space to allow access around each unit. A substation would be constructed within the project area to enable connection via underground cabling to the closely located Bouldercombe Substation, owned by Powerlink.

The Capricorn Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project is now on public exhibition. Details of the exhibition and the DA package can be viewed on the Rockhampton Regional Council website.

Key Project
Details

Status under-development Location Bouldercombe, Queensland BESS

Technology: BESS 1200 MWh Energy production 300 MW Operational Capacity

Project Approvals

The development application for the proposed project includes a Planning Report and the following supporting documents:

Traffic Impact Statement
Hazard Incident Management Plan
Noise Impact Assessment
Stormwater Assessment
Stormwater Management Plan
Landscape Concept Plan

Potentia Energy submitted a Development Approval application to the Rockhampton Regional Council Government in February 2025.

The Capricorn Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project is now on public exhibition. Details of the exhibition and the DA package can be viewed on the Rockhampton Regional Council website.

Project Timeline

Early 2025

Lodgement of the Development Approval

Potentia Energy lodged the Development Approval application to the Rockhampton Regional Council.

Late 2026

Targeted commencement of construction

Subject to obtaining the necessary approvals, targeted commencement of construction at the Capricorn BESS site.

Mid 2028

Targeted completion of construction

Subject to obtaining the necessary approvals, targeted completion of construction phase for the Capricorn BESS.

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 Capricorn 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.

Fill out the Community Survey here

The Public Exhibition will run from 9 September to 30 September. During this period, all relevant information will be available on the Rockhampton Regional Council website. Submissions must be made directly through the Rockhampton Regional Council website.

Project Resources

The general resources below are intended to outline key project details, including facts and figures, and frequently asked questions for the Capricorn BESS.

Capricorn Frequently Asked Questions View PDF BESS - Frequently Asked Questions View PDF Capricorn BESS Posters View PDF Complaint Handling Procedure View PDF