Stabl battery New Zealand

How much does a battery cost in New Zealand?

The mean charging spot price was $123/MWh and the median was $132/MWh. As New Zealand electrifies, more grid-scale batteries will support the growing renewable energy supply. Meridian Energy is building a 100MW (200MWh) battery near Ruakākā in sunny Northland. This battery is expected to be commissioned in September 2024.

What is the NZ battery project?

The NZ Battery Project was set up in 2020 to explore possible renewable energy storage solutions for when our hydro lakes run low for long periods. A pumped hydro scheme at Lake Onslow was one of the options being explored. The Government stopped the Lake Onslow investigations in late 2023.

Who is STABL energy?

STABL Energy is an experienced provider of battery storage solutions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. STABL Energy is expanding its footprint into new international markets for battery storage solutions. We develop and plan our storage systems in close collaboration with reliable and competent partners.

Can large-scale battery storage help balance New Zealand's grid?

Transmission system operator Transpower also published studies in 2017 that showed the potential value of large-scale battery storage for balancing New Zealand’s grid and in 2019 that showed the potential value of distributed storage.

Can 'non-hydroelectric energy storage' be a viable option in New Zealand?

As mentioned above, while New Zealand boasts large hydropower capacity, dry years due to low snowmelt or rainfall can leave hydroelectric unavailable for long periods. A government-supported project, NZ Battery, will investigate the feasibility of “non-hydroelectric energy storage options”.

What is STABL technology?

Instead of switching the entire voltage of a high-voltage pack, STABL technology generates the AC voltage by dynamically connecting and disconnecting low-voltage battery modules. Another advantage of STABL technology is the significantly lower Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) before filtering.