article thumbnail

Construction complete on Melb’s big battery

Roads Online

Construction of the Eku Energy and Shell Energy’s Rangebank battery, the second largest in Victoria, has wrapped up after more than a year worth of works. The new battery will aim to increase the State’s energy reliability, on top of supporting the transition to renewable energy becoming a primary energy source.

article thumbnail

SANY eMixer: Leading the charge

Roads Online

The use of electric-powered machinery has become a crucial part of the construction industrys green transformation as it struggles with the requirement to lower its carbon footprint and increase energy efficiency. Some are going down the path of hydrogen and other renewable sources.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Construction begins on major renewable energy infrastructure

Roads Online

Construction has started on the Synchronous Condenser (SynCon) in Ararat, Victoria, which will help to stabilise and balance the energy grid as more wind and solar energy projects are connected to the network. System stability has traditionally been provided through the inertia that spinning coal and gas turbines deliver.

article thumbnail

Innovative Utility Solutions for Sustainable Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

As businesses and developers strive to create eco-friendly buildings, utility systems play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. However, traditional utility systems often come with inefficiencies and environmental costs. Key goals for sustainable utilities include: Reducing energy and water waste.

article thumbnail

Lintec & Linhoff: From Africa to Australia

Roads Online

These unique, modular plants, built together and within 100 per cent ISO-certified sea containers, offer significant advantages in terms of cost-efficiency, energy savings, and mobility. The Lintec CSD2500Bs Double Screen Drum Technology also offers considerable energy savings.

article thumbnail

First drive through complete for West Gate Tunnel

Roads Online

Related stories: Public feedback driving SRL East Design contract awarded for $200M Sydney road upgrade Construction begins on major renewable energy infrastructure Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Transport Infrastructure Danny Pearson drove the entire length of the four-kilometre outbound tunnel for the first time.

article thumbnail

Koorangie Energy Storage Facility receives battery delivery

Roads Online

The Koorangie Energy Storage System in Victoria is one step closer to completion, following the delivery of 100 Tesla Megapacks. Once completed in 2025, the west Kerang facility will provide critical energy storage and boost the number of renewables that can be hosted in the Murray River region by up to 300 megawatts.