ElectraNet News

Timely transmission network planning and development is a critical part in ensuring the transition to net zero. As part of the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) consultation process for the 2024 Draft Integrated System Plan (ISP), ElectraNet has…Read more in full article

ElectraNet has officially begun construction on the connection for ZEN Energy’s Templers 111MW / 290MWh BESS. Consolidated Power Projects have begun clearing the land adjacent to the Templers West substation. Construction for the connection is due to be…Read more in full article

ElectraNet has released its plans to support South Australia’s transition to 100 per cent net renewable energy on an annual basis by 2027. Our Network Transition Strategy provides a pathway and framework for working with customers and stakeholders…Read more in full article

ElectraNet will be conducting planned works at its Neuroodla substation. To safely complete these works, a power outage is required on Thursday 21 March 2024 from 3am to 11am (ACST) and will affect power customers in the Hawker township…Read more in full article

ElectraNet is proud to be a Project Partner of the South Australian Government’s Hydrogen Jobs Plan. The Hydrogen Jobs Plan includes the construction of a 250Mwe electrolyser, a 200MW hydrogen fuelled power plant and storage system in Whyalla….Read more in full article

ElectraNet is pleased to be connecting Epic Energy’s upcoming 100MW / 200MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). This is another exciting development from our customer that is moving South Australia towards its net renewables target. ElectraNet’s Business Development…Read more in full article

At a time when positive relationships with landholders are crucial to seeing our clean energy future realised, ElectraNet is proud to lead the way in engaging with and supporting our communities. Open and honest communication with landholders ensured…Read more in full article

Construction of the South Australian component of Project EnergyConnect, the new high-voltage transmission line between South Australia and New South Wales, has been completed. Project EnergyConnect is the largest transmission project ever delivered by ElectraNet. The transmission line…Read more in full article

ElectraNet has completed removal of the old Eyre Peninsula transmission line following the delivery of Eyre Peninsula Link, the new transmission line serving the region. Eyre Peninsula Link runs from Cultana to Port Lincoln and was completed in…Read more in full article

On 15 December, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) released its Draft Integrated System Plan (ISP), which contains no new ‘actionable’ ISP projects for South Australia. The timely delivery of transmission infrastructure is critical to meet the needs…Read more in full article

ElectraNet’s new Point of Presence (PoP) at YourDC’s Edinburgh Parks data centre has increased the reach of our telecommunications network. This will streamline and strengthen data capabilities in South Australia. By having a PoP at YourDC Edinburgh Parks…Read more in full article

Decommissioning of the old Eyre Peninsula high voltage transmission line has been challenging but rewarding as the project draws to a close. High voltage transmission towers can be a perfect place for birds to make their nests but…Read more in full article

ElectraNet was proud to launch our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) today. We were privileged to unveil this commitment after a Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country performed by Senior Aboriginal and descendant of Kaurna and Narrunga people,…Read more in full article

ElectraNet officially unveiled its new vision last night at our Annual Customer and Stakeholder Celebration, where we also shared our successes together in 2023. Chief Executive Officer, Simon Emms, said, “The transition to renewables cannot happen without ongoing…Read more in full article

ElectraNet is part of the Champions of Change Coalition which includes around 260 CEO and Board level leaders who prioritise and invest in collective action and partnerships to drive system-wide change towards a more gender equal and inclusive…Read more in full article

We are thrilled to announce that ElectraNet, along with the Barngarla Determination Aboriginal Corporation, are joint recipients of the SA Premier’s Award – Community Category, recognising our collaboration on Eyre Peninsula Link, the new 270km high voltage transmission…Read more in full article

Positive engagement with landholders forms a critical part of our high voltage transmission projects and ongoing maintenance. It is essential that we understand their values and requirements in our planning and operations. As part of Project EnergyConnect (PEC),…Read more in full article

South Australia is on the fast track to 100 per cent renewable energy on an annual basis by 2026/27, according to ElectraNet’s latest Transmission Annual Planning Report (TAPR). In the TAPR, ElectraNet has identified the Integrated System Plan…Read more in full article

ElectraNet is continuing to work with our construction partner and contractor, Downer, landholders, and councils to deliver the South Australian side of Project EnergyConnect (PEC), the new high voltage interconnector between SA and New South Wales. The SA…Read more in full article

As we energise South Australia’s clean energy future, operating sustainably will continue to be a core part of our business. ElectraNet is pleased to announce that we have achieved a Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) score of…Read more in full article