Western Australia’s renewable energy sector is thriving, and Australian Flow Batteries (AFB) is leading the way with a hybrid solar and vanadium redox flow battery (VRFB) system, deployed at Onslow Marine Support Base (OMSB). This collaboration showcases WA companies working together to deliver resilient, sustainable energy generation and storage.

The system provides:

• Retractable 110 kW solar array – Deploys in 4 hours, retracts in 30 minutes to withstand cyclones.
• Vanadium flow battery integration – Provides reliable, long-duration storage, cutting diesel reliance.
• Built for WA conditions – A robust, innovative solution for remote and industrial energy needs.
• Substantial Cost Savings – A reduction in diesel consumption by up to 75%, reducing operational costs and carbon emissions.

With WA’s commitment to vanadium battery innovation, this project highlights how local companies are shaping the future of energy generation and storage.

Read more: PV Magazine