Approach:
TEC-C was responsible for the full spectrum of project development, Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) of an integrated advanced microgrid system with solar PV system, lithium-ion battery storage, vanadium redox flow battery storage and a whole new 11kV reticulation network.
Built at Roseworthy Campus, the development is expected to deliver 42% of its energy needs.
It is unusual for an EPC service provider to take on development responsibilities for a project; however, TEC-C’s previous experience with development projects enabled a complete turnkey solution, based on in-depth knowledge and a uniquely integrated skill set.
TEC-C worked closely with stakeholders throughout the project to ensure it met all requirements, aligning project development responsibilities with integrated EPC delivery of the project on-time.
This single point of responsibility gave the client confidence that TEC-C was accountable for meeting key milestones. Intimately familiar with the technical components, TEC-C accelerated turnaround times, minimising the lost time for both the Development Application and grid connection approvals.
Key features:
- Preparation and submission, including the complete Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Development Application (DA) process – receiving local government approval
- The grid connection process with South Australia Power Networks (SAPN), including all network modelling studies obtaining required approvals
- Generation licence approval process with Essential Services Commission of South Australia (ESCOSA)
- At commissioning, this project is the largest battery energy storage system connected to a single National Meter Identifier (NMI) in the National Electricity Market (NEM)
