Muswellbrook Battery

About the project

AGL is proposing to build, operate and maintain a battery of approximately 150 megawatts (MW) and up to 300 megawatt-hour (MWh) capacity in Muswellbrook, NSW.

The location for the proposed battery is 20-24 Sandy Creek Rd, Muswellbrook, to the west of the existing Muswellbrook Ausgrid substation.

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. The project is expected to provide up to 60 jobs during the construction phase and up to 3 full time jobs during operation.

Development status

The Muswellbrook Battery project received planning approval from the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure in July 2023. To view all project documents, visit the project page on the NSW Planning Portal.

Environmental Impact Statement (PDF)
Instrument of Consent (PDF)

Community and stakeholder feedback

AGL is engaging with the local community, State and Federal government, Muswellbrook Shire Council, Wanaruah Local Aboriginal Land Council, Wanaruah/ Wonnarua Traditional Custodians, and residents and business owners in the region about the project.

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