In October 2017, the Lighthouse Solar Farm acquired 100% of the 72MW Emerald Solar Park from Renewable Energy Systems (RES), a leading global, renewable energy business, based in the U.K.

The plant, located in Emerald, Queensland, was RES’s first solar project in Australia. The project has a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in place with Telstra, representing Australia’s first corporate PPA.

The project became fully operational in early 2019 and generates enough electricity to power approximately 35,000 Queensland homes and abate emissions of around 130,000 tonnes of CO2e annually.

The Emerald Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) has secured planning approval and will be co-located with the 72MW Emerald Solar Farm in Central Queensland. By leveraging existing site infrastructure, this hybrid energy project will maximise the value of renewable generation and storage, unlocking greater value for investors.

Project Overview
Scheduled to commence operations in 2028, the 4-hour 60MW / 240MWh Emerald BESS will play a vital role in Queensland’s clean energy future by:

• Storing excess solar energy generated during daylight hours and releasing it during evening peak periods, when demand and electricity prices are highest.
• Providing grid support through energy dispatch and ancillary services to the National Electricity Market (NEM).
• Delivering reliable renewable power to Queensland households and businesses, helping reduce carbon emissions.

Strategic Impact
The Emerald BESS reflects Lighthouse Infrastructure’s commitment to innovation in renewable assets. By integrating battery storage with solar generation, the project enhances energy reliability, supports grid stability, and contributes to Queensland’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

The Clare Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) received planning approval September 2024. The 4-hour 100MW / 400MWh BESS Clare BESS will be co-located with the Clare Solar Farm situated approximately 7 km southwest of Clare and 75 km south-southeast of Townsville, in Northern Queensland. Commissioning is forecast to commence early 2028.

Project Overview
The Clare BESS development will utilise existing connection infrastructure to maximise efficiency and minimise environmental impact unlocking greater value for investors. As the Clare BESS forms a hybrid arrangement utilising the existing point of connection, no significant network augmentation works are required.

Building on Lighthouse Infrastructure’s investment in the Clare region since 2017, this hybrid development strengthens the site’s role as a key contributor to Queensland’s renewable energy transition.

By storing energy generated from the solar farm and dispatching it during periods of peak demand and higher market pricing, the Clare BESS will unlock greater value from renewable generation while supporting grid reliability.

The Clare BESS reflects Lighthouse’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, delivering long-term value for investors and positive outcomes for the environment.

Roof-mounted Solar Systems generate electricity at the point of consumption (e.g. on a Residential or Commercial roof), which is used directly by the household or business. Electricity produced that is not consumed is either stored in a battery or fed back into the grid.

The Lighthouse Solar Fund has a portfolio of Solar Systems and associated purchasing power agreements in place with a range of schools, community clubs, commercial and residential customers across South Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria.