5 February 2026

Battery milestone strengthens Queensland grid and powers Energy Roadmap

The Swanbank Battery has reached a key commissioning milestone, strengthening the reliability of Queensland’s electricity network. Located at CleanCo’s Swanbank Energy Precinct in Ipswich, the 250MW/500MWh battery is one of the largest in the state and is now able to operate at full capacity while final regulatory and market approvals are completed.

Operating alongside existing generation at Swanbank E, the battery provides fast-response energy support during periods of peak demand, helping improve system stability and support Queensland’s evolving energy mix.