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6 FAQs about [Wellington Power Generation Container House BESS]
What is the target capacity of the Wellington Bess?
The target capacity of the Wellington BESS is 500 MW / 1,000 MWh, making it one of the largest battery storage projects in NSW. The Wellington BESS will connect to the adjacent TransGrid Wellington substation, adjacent to the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (Central West Orana REZ).
Will CentrePort install a Bess Solar System in 2025?
CentrePort plans to install a pilot-scale 1000kWhr / 500kW BESS facility to meet current operational needs and support electrification efforts. This BESS system will complement the Wellington port’s recently established 122kW solar array, and a larger 430kW solar array is scheduled to be built in 2025.
What is the Wellington Bess?
The Wellington BESS will connect to the adjacent TransGrid Wellington substation, adjacent to the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (Central West Orana REZ). It will complement nearby existing renewable energy generation assets as well as the proposed additional generation to be delivered as part of the Central West Orana REZ.
Why is CentrePort launching a pilot Bess facility?
CentrePort will be installing a pilot scale 1000kWhr / 500kW BESS facility to address current operational challenges and meet the near-term needs of electrification initiatives. The Pilot BESS will complement our recently established 122kW solar array and planned new 430kW solar array due to be built in 2025.
Why does New Zealand need a Bess system?
Delaney noted that the BESS system not only benefits the port and its customers but also supports New Zealand’s broader supply chain, particularly in managing local energy constraints. The BESS initiative is backed by a US$500,000 loan from Ara Ake, an organization dedicated to advancing energy innovation in New Zealand.
Does CentrePort have an onsite battery energy storage system?
Photo: Anthony Delaney and Cristiano Marantes (left) at CentrePort’s Thorndon Container Wharf, with the electric port trucks and cranes in the background. CentrePort is taking a significant step in its energy transition by introducing an onsite battery energy storage system (BESS).


