Infrastructure WA

Recommendation 45

Accelerate a dedicated program of energy storage, micro-grids, virtual power plants and standalone power systems

Recommendation

Increase energy system reliability and resilience, reduce emissions and drive cost-effectiveness by accelerating a dedicated program of energy storage, microgrids, virtual power plants and standalone power systems The program should include: 

  • providing appropriate coordination and allocating funding
  • identifying feasible locations across the state 
  • investigating future energy storage options, including hydrogen, pumped hydro, batteries and other energy storage technologies. 

WA Government response

The WA Government responded to Foundation for a stronger tomorrow in February 2023. Recommendation 45 is fully supported. For further information please refer to the response document.

Vision – strategic opportunity
Transitioning to net zero emissions technologies
Value-adding for strategic commodities
Strategy objectives
Enable environmental sustainability and resilience, and address climate change
Enhance cross-government coordination and planning