One of Australia's biggest renewable energy projects has reached a significant milestone with Siemens Energy's acquisition of a substantial contract from ACEREZ, to install seven synchronous condensers in the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ).

In its initial phase, the Central-West Orana REZ, which covers 20,000 square kilometers in Dubbo, Dunedoo, and Mudgee, is expected to produce 4.5 GW of renewable energy. Maintaining grid stability in the face of fluctuating energy output is a major technological problem as the area gets ready for an inflow of renewable electricity from solar and wind.

Synchronous condensers from Siemens Energy will meet this need by supplying crucial inertia to offset frequency variations and dynamically controlling reactive power to regulate voltage. Even in the face of fluctuating weather patterns and renewable energy levels, cutting-edge technology will contribute to a safe and dependable electrical supply.

According to Siemens Energy Australia Managing Director Samuel Morillon, this represents a significant step in building a cleaner, more sustainable energy system for coming generations. They are enhancing grid security and stability by using cutting-edge technology like our synchronous condensers, which also open the door for the integration of up to 4.5 gigawatts of renewable energy.

The synchronous condensers, which will have flywheels and auxiliary systems to improve operating dependability, will be supplied, installed, commissioned, and tested by Siemens Energy as part of the agreement. Additionally, there is a five-year service agreement that covers fast response assistance, system monitoring, and preventative maintenance.