Students from St Alban’s Jackson School have been given a behind-the-scenes tour of one of the world’s biggest batteries to see what a career in the renewables sector can offer.
The year 10 students toured the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub in Plumpton. The hub is co-owned by the SEC and renewable energy investor and developer, Equis Australia.
During the visit, students explored the 600-megawatt battery energy storage system – comprising 444 battery units – along with the project’s three 335-tonne transformers.
Once operational in late 2025, the project will store excess rooftop solar energy and release it during times of high demand, with the capacity to power up to 200,000 homes during peak periods.
Students also had the opportunity to hear from engineers and technical specialists working on the project, learning about their career journeys and what it’s like to work on one of the world’s biggest batteries.
“People are the driving force behind the energy transition, which is why the SEC is focused on providing educational opportunities for students to gain an insight into the many and varied careers available in the renewable energy sector,” SEC chief executive Chris Miller said.
“These opportunities give students a greater understanding of the renewable energy market and spark curiosity to inspire the next generation to play a meaningful role in Victoria’s renewable energy transition.”
