Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from CIMIC, WEG, Daiwa, and others.
CIMIC Unit Seeks Environmental Approval for Queensland Solar and BESS Project
A CIMIC Group subsidiary has applied for environmental approval to develop a large-scale solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage system (BESS) complex in Queensland, Australia. The proposed project combines utility-scale solar generation with on-site storage to improve dispatchability, grid stability, and renewable integration. If approved, the development would support Queensland’s clean energy transition by adding flexible, low-carbon capacity capable of meeting peak demand and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The project reflects strong investment momentum in solar-plus-storage, driven by rising electricity demand and the need for resilient grids. Customers and the wider power system are expected to benefit from more reliable renewable supply, improved energy security, and long-term price stability. The proposal aligns with Australia’s broader decarbonization and energy infrastructure growth goals.
WEG to Build Brazil’s Most Advanced BESS Factory in Santa Catarina
WEG has announced plans to build Brazil’s most modern battery energy storage system (BESS) factory in Santa Catarina, marking a major investment in the country’s clean energy manufacturing sector. The new facility will produce advanced lithium-ion energy storage solutions for utility-scale, commercial, and industrial applications, supporting Brazil’s rapidly growing renewables market. The investment strengthens local supply chains, reduces reliance on imports, and accelerates deployment of solar- and wind-plus-storage projects. For customers, domestic manufacturing is expected to deliver shorter lead times, competitive costs, and tailored storage solutions for grid flexibility. The factory will also create high-skilled jobs and support regional economic development. The project aligns with Brazil’s energy transition goals, positioning WEG as a key enabler of grid resilience and renewable integration across Latin America.
Daiwa Invests in 230 MW of Battery Storage Capacity in Texas
Japan’s Daiwa has invested in 230 MW of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Texas, expanding its exposure to the fast-growing US energy storage market. The investment targets utility-scale battery projects designed to provide grid balancing, peak shaving, and reliability services in the ERCOT power market. The move reflects strong international investor confidence in US storage assets, driven by rising renewable penetration, power price volatility, and supportive market signals. For consumers and the grid, the BESS portfolio will enhance flexibility, resilience, and integration of solar and wind power, helping stabilize supply during peak demand. The investment aligns with Daiwa’s strategy to grow its clean energy infrastructure portfolio while supporting Texas’s transition toward a more reliable, low-carbon power system.
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