Kangaroo Valley Battery

About the project

AGL is proposing to build, operate and maintain a battery of approximately 400 megawatts (MW) and up to 1,600 megawatt-hour (MWh) capacity in Kangaroo Valley, NSW.

The location for the proposed battery is off Bendeela Road.

The battery has the potential to improve the reliability and stability of the grid. 

AGL expects the battery to provide socioeconomic outcomes including the potential benefits relating to increased employment opportunities. If approved, the project could create up to 60 jobs during the peak construction period and 3 ongoing roles once operational.  

Development status

The Kangaroo Valley Battery is early in the planning and development phase.  

AGL has submitted a Scoping Report (PDF) to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) who have issued the Planning Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs). The SEARs can be viewed on the DPHI major projects planning portal.   

AGL is currently preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the project in response to the SEARs. It is estimated the EIS will be submitted for assessment by Q1 2026, and then be on public exhibition for a month, at which time the community can submit responses.

Community and stakeholder feedback

AGL is actively engaging with the local community, State and Federal government, Shoalhaven City Council and Traditional Custodians in the region about the proposed project.

AGL will work closely with the community and key stakeholders throughout the project to collect feedback and address any questions. Enquiries about the project can be made using the details below.

Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)