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Australia: Hybrid Esperance Power Project completed
Official Press Release Horizon Power:
Esperance powered by nearly 50% renewable energy
Horizon Power and Pacific Energy were joined by the Premier, Hon Mark McGowan and Minister for Energy, Hon Bill Johnston to formally open the Shark Lake Renewables Hub in Esperance and mark the official completion of the Esperance Power Project.
Horizon Power partnered with Australian-owned energy specialists, Pacific Energy, to deliver the Esperance Power Project that will power Esperance with up to 50 per cent renewable energy. The new integrated power system combines a 4MW solar farm and two 4.5MW wind turbines located at the renewables hub, with a 4MW battery energy storage system (BESS) and a 22MW high-efficiency gas power station. Horizon Power’s Chief Executive Officer, Stephanie Unwin, said renewable energy sources are playing a pivotal role in... ... More: Official Press Release Horizon Power
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